Title
ZV(R)2026-0014
Melissa Salazar & Javier Castillo
8471 NW14 Street (District 2)
Summary Explanation and Background
SUMMARY EXPLANATION AND BACKGROUND:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
Roger Martinez, agent, submitted a residential zoning variance request to legalize an existing roofed structure, attached for the property located at 8471 NW 14 Street in the Boulevard Heights neighborhood, which is zoned Residential Single-Family (R-1C).
In August 6, 2025, the owner submitted building permit application No. RO25-07634 to propose the installation of a roofed structure and underlaying patio at the property. However, the permit application cannot be approved as the existing work on the property exceeds the provisions of the City’s Land Development Code (LDC).
The petitioner would like to pursue seeking relief to retain the existing roofed structure, attached to the rear wall of the house at location. The owner is providing an updated copy of the property’s survey and an adjustment plan for the following request:
· ZV(R)2026-0014: to allow eleven-foot (11.03’) rear setback instead of the required fifteen-foot (15’) rear setback for an existing 22.80’ x 11.95’ / 19.70’ x 6.80’ roofed structure, attached for a single-family residence, typical lot.
Per staff review of the city’s archives, no permits can be found for the existing work on the property. Nonetheless, according to Broward County Property Appraiser Imagery, it appears the roofed structure has existed at location since at least December 2023 (See property changes).
The applicant is aware that Board consideration of a residential variance request does not preclude the property owner from obtaining all necessary development related approvals or permits.
The subject property is in Boulevard Heights Neighborhood; there is no Homeowners Association (HOA).
VARIANCE REQUEST DETAILS:
ZV(R)2026-0014) is to allow eleven-foot (11.03’) rear setback instead of the required fifteen-foot (15’) rear setback for ...
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