June 7, 2023

Greetings Neighbors,

Please take notice that the City of Utica Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, JUNE 20, 2023 at 5:00 pm in the Common Council Chambers of Utica City Hall.

According to Section 2-29-77 of the City of Utica Zoning Ordinance, with respect to an application for a variance, the clerk of the board shall send written notice to all owners of property within 200 feet of the exterior boundaries of the subject property.

This letter shall serve as written notice of stated ordinance.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact Patti DeCarr at (315) 792-0181 or pdecarr@cityofutica.com.

ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

COMMON COUNCIL CHAMBERS – CITY HALL

JUNE 20, 2023  5:00 PM

ZBA Case No.: 10-23                                                    Zone: Residential Single

9977 River Road                                                           Area Variance

Applicant:  Utica Sign & Graphics

Owner: Kyle Gruenewald

Pursuant to Section 2-29-32(d)(1) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Utica, the applicant is seeking an area variance in order to install signage at the above referenced property.

The applicant is proposing to replace a temporary banner with a 58” x 107” (40.5 sf) sign.  The sign will read “Green Tree Property Maintenance.”  It will be installed in the peak portion of the building on the Lorraine Avenue side of the property.

In accordance with Section 2-29-134 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Utica, signs are not permitted in a residential zoning district, therefore, the applicant will be required to receive an area variance in order to install the signage at this commercial business.

ZBA Case No.: 11-23                                                         Zone: NMU

307 Lansing Street                                                          Area Variance

Applicant:  Asonta Ajang

Owner: Asonta Ajang

Pursuant to Section 2-29-32(d)(1) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Utica, the applicant is seeking an area variance in order to construct a fence at the above referenced property.

The applicant is proposing to install a 6’ high solid vinyl fence in the front yard area of the home.  The fence will be located approximately 2’-3’ from the inside edge of the sidewalk.  In accordance with Section 2-29-185 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Utica, all solid fences measuring more than three feet high are prohibited in the front yard.  The applicant will be required to receive an area variance for the installation of the 6’ solid vinyl fence.