Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustments (BOA) may authorize the following exceptions to regulations:

1. Permit the reconstruction, extension or enlargement of a building occupied by nonconforming use on the lot or tract ...;

2. Permit such modifications to the height, yard, area, coverage and parking regulations as may be necessary to secure appropriate development of a parcel of land which differs from other parcels in the district ...;

3. Require the discontinuance of non-conforming use of land or structure under any plan whereby the full value of the structure and facilities can be amortized within a definite period of time ...; and

4. Authorize in specific cases a variance from the terms of a zoning ordinance if the variance is not contrary to the public interest ...

For additional information, please consult:

• TEEX Code Enforcement Program

• International Code Council (ICC)