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CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER
DEPARTMENT REPORT
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2024
(V) Weigel Lot Coverage Variance.
The applicant seeks the following development standards variance approval for a pool cabana:
7. Docket No. PZ-2024-00019 V UDO Section 2.08 Maximum 35% lot coverage allowed,
42% requested. The site is located at 3184 Smokey Ridge Ln. (Smokey Ridge Subdivision, Lot 97). It is
zoned R1/Residence. Filed by Ayman Yasin of A.Y. Remodeling and Restoration, on behalf of Joshua and
Jennifer Wiegel, owners.
General Info:
• The Petitioner seeks approval for pool cabana.
• A variance is requested for exceeding the maximum allowed lot coverage.
• The site is located in Smokey Ridge Subdivision; HOA (Homeowners Association) approval has been
granted.
• Surrounding this site are single family residential homes.
• The related pending building permit number is B-2024-00007.
• Please see the Petitioner’s info packet for more detail on the variance request.
Variance Requested:
Lot Coverage -
• The UDO allows for a maximum 35% lot coverage, and 42% is requested. This is a variance of 7%.
• The accessory structure will comply with the required side/rear yard building setbacks.
• The cabana will have a 16’ x 27’ footprint.
• It will match/complement the existing house’s colors and materials and will have brick and horizontal siding.
Review Comments:
• The Petitioner addressed all planning/zoning review comments.
Final Comments:
• The Planning Dept. supports the variance request, since the Carmel Engineering Dept. has no comments
regarding the slight increase in lot coverage.
Findings of Fact:
• Please refer to the Petitioner’s Findings of Facts included in their BZA Info Packet.
Recommendation:
• The Dept. of Community Services (DOCS) recommends positive consideration of this variance request, and
with adoption of the Findings of Fact submitted by the Petitioner.