3340 Thornhill ADU Rear Setback Deviation
Description
A major deviation to reduce the rear yard setback from 30 feet to 15 feet to construct an accessory dwelling unit.
Impact summary
Neighbors on both sides wrote letters of support; the deviation is limited to this property's unusual rear orientation.
Applicant
- Name
- Colton Schaefer
- Address
- 3340 Thornhill DriveSee this on the map
At a glance
- Hearings
- 2
- Public comments
- 3
- Total mentions
- 2
Last vote · Planning Commission
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 14, 2026.
Meeting timeline (2)
Planning Commission Meeting - Oct 14, 2026
A family's backyard ADU for aging parents was allowed 15 feet from the rear line instead of 30, saving two mature trees.
Ward 2 NAB Regular Meeting - Sep 15, 2026
A request for a major deviation to reduce the rear yard setback from 30 feet to 15 feet for an accessory dwelling unit.
Related issues (2)
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