PROCEEDINGS OF THE COCHISE COUNTY
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, DISTRICT 1
REGULAR MEETING HELD ON
Wednesday, JUNE 26, 2024
- Present:
- Paul Brick, Chair; Clint Briseno, Member
- Absent:
- John Pintek, Vice Chair
- Staff Present:
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- Christine McLachlan, Planning Division Manager
- Matthew Taylor, Planner II
- Attendees:
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- Stephen Insalaco, Applicant (VAR24-03)
- Mary Parker, Applicant (VAR 23-02)
- David Ames, citizen
- Karen Insalaco, Applicant (VAR24-03)
- Carrie Ames, Citizen
THE ORDER OR DELETION OF ANY ITEM ON THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO MODIFICATION AT THE MEETING
No one requested to speak during call to the public
Motion by Member Clint Briseno, Second by Chair Paul Brick
Vote: 2 - 0 Approved
Motion by Member Clint Briseno, Second by Chair Paul Brick
Vote: 2 - 0 Approved
Motion by Member Clint Briseno, Second by Chair Paul Brick Chair Brick made a statement of disclosure that he had met the applicant during a private event several years ago, but he did not feel it was a conflict of interest. Case planner Taylor provided a presentation, which is preserved in the file. The applicant, Stephen Insalaco, spoke during the applicant's statement and during the applicant's rebuttal. Carrie Ames, a neighbor, spoke in opposition to the request. She read a letter of opposition from Cindy Kontowicz, a neighbor that could not attend the meeting, which is preserved in the file. Davis Ames, also a neighbor, read a letter of opposition he had submitted to the board, which is preserved to the file. He referenced photos which were attached to his letter of opposition.
Commission discussion: Chair Brick asked for clarification about the request, which included setback variances to two accessory structures. Member Briseno asked for clarification whether the conex box was a temporary structure or an accessory. Chain Brick asked Case Planner Taylor to show photos of the conex box and property lines. The applicant clarified that some of the oleander shrubs were planted on the property line and extended onto his property 2-3 feet. The applicant also asked whether including electricity in the structure at a future date would be allowed.
Vote: 2 - 0 Approved
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Paul Brick, Chairman
ATTEST:
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Dan Coxworth, Development Services Director