Development Services Center 0 178 Sams Street Decatur, GA 30030 elatoAswamNns DeKalb County 404-371-2155 (o); 404-371-4556(0 o Chief Executive Officer DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & SUSTAINABILITY Interim Director Michael Thurmond Cedric Hudson ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPLICATION FOR PUBLIC HEARING (VARIANCES, SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS, APPEALS OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS) Applicant andlor Janice Faison Authorized Representative: 4340 River Rd Mailing Address: Ellenwood, GA 30294 City/State/Zip Code: Email: encgason2ip@gmalcon 6784317700 6786154583 Telephone Home: Business: OWNER OF RECORD OF SUBJECT PROPERTY Aydin Homes Inc Owner: 1081 Humphries Rd NW, Conyers GA 30294 Address (Mailing): encehasom20ip@gmaicomn 6784317700 6786154583 Email: Telephone Home: Business: ADDRESSILOCATION OF SUBJECT PROPERTY 4340 River Rd Ellenwood GA 30294 Address: City: State: Zip: District(s): Land Lot(s): Block: Parce!: Zoning Classification: Commission District & Super District: CHECK TYPE OF HEARING REQUESTED: X VARIANCE (From Development Standards causing undue hardship upon owners of property.) SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS (To reduce or waive off-street parking or loading space requirements.) OFFICIAL APPEAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS. *PLEASE REVIEW THE FILING GUIDELINES ON PAGE 4. FAILURE TO FOLLOW GUIDELINES MAY RESULT IN SCHEDULING DELAYS.* Email plansustain@dekalbcounlyga.gov with any questions. C DeKalb County DEPARTMENTOE PLANNING & SUSTAINABILITY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION OF THE PROPERTY OWNER I hereby authorize the staff and members of the Zoning Board of Appeals to inspect the premises of the Subject Property. I hereby certify that the information provided in the application is true and correct. I hereby certify that I am the owner of the property subject to the application. May 20,2025 DATE: Applicant Signature: DATE: Applicant Signature: no below 0e a Dnar 0 DeKalb County DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & SUSTAINABILITY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION TO REPRESENT THE PROPERTY OWNER I hereby authorize the staff and members of the Zoning Board of Appeals to inspect the premises of the Subject Property. I hereby certify that the information provided in the application is true and correct. I hereby certify that I am the owner of the property and that I authorize the applicantlagent to apply for a hearing to the ZoningBoard of Appeals for the requests as shown in this-application. May 20, 2025 DATE: Applicant/Agent Signature: TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Janice Faison/Aydin Homes Inc (I)/ (WE): (Name of Owners) being owner/owners) of the property described below or attached hereby delegate authority to the above signed agentlapplicant. Notary Public Owner Signature Notary Public Owner Signature Notary Public Owner Signature Janice Faison 4340 River Rd Ellenwood, GA 30294 mischison.0lv@gmilcon 678-431-7700 May 20, 2025 Zoning Board of Appeals DeKalb County Department ofPlanning & Sustainability 178 Sam St Decatur, GA 30030 RE: Letter ofIntent - Request for Zoning Variance under Section 27-5.4.7 to Retain an Existing 8-Foot Fence at 4340 River Rd, Ellenwood Dear Members ofthe Zoning Board of Appeals, My name is Janice Faison, and I am the homeowner of 4340 River Rd in Ellenwood, located within DeKalb County. I am writing to formally request a zoning variance under Section 27-5.4.7 ofthe DeKalb County Zoning Ordinance to retain an existing 8-foot privacy fence, which currently exceeds the allowable height of 4 feet in the front yard. Scope ofWork: The scope of this request is limited to retaining the existing 8-foot wooden privacy fence, which has already been constructed on my property. The fence was installed to address significant privacy and safety concerns due to the topography of the lot and proximity to public facilities. Hardship Criteria Justification 1. Physical Conditions of the Site - What did mother nature do? My home is situated on a steep decline directly across the street from a public library that sits on significantly higher ground. This topography allows clear visibility from the library's elevated parking lot and public areas into both my front and back yard, resulting in a serious lack of privacy. In addition, the steep slope makes it easy for pedestrians to look directly into my property even from the street. This physical condition is natural and not created by me or any previous owner. 2. Minimum Variance Necessary - Are you asking for just the right amount? I am requesting only the minimum variance necessary to regain privacy and security. A 6-foot fence would still leave my property exposed due to the slope and elevation difference between my yard and the library across the street. The 8-foot height is essential in order to block direct views into my yard and home. My request does not exceed what is necessary and does not grant me any unique advantage not justified by the topography. 3. Public Welfare - Does this harm or benefit your neighbors? The proposed fence will not harm public welfare or affect neighboring properties negatively. In fact, it would improve the aesthetics and safety of the property. The fence design is consistent with the neighborhood character and helps deter trespassers who frequently walk onto my property from the busy street and the public library. Several neighbors have expressed understanding and support for the increased need for privacy and security. 4. Ordinance Hardship - Does the ordinance prevent your project? 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