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VAR-2026-04 — Deck construction with side setback encroachment in Forest Park, GA
The applicant is seeking a variance to reduce the required 10-foot side setback in the Single-Family Residential (RS) District to permit construction of a deck at 357 Cynthia Lane. This variance request affects compliance with Section 8-8-29 setback requirements for residential properties. Developers should monitor this case if they have similar setback concerns on RS-zoned properties or work with this applicant.
| Case number | VAR-2026-04 |
|---|---|
| Type | Variance |
| Location | 357 Cynthia Lane, Ward 4 |
| County | Clayton County |
| Parcel / legal | Parcel #13083C B014 |
| Current zoning | RS |
| Proposed use | Deck construction with side setback encroachment |
| Petitioner | Jorge Cortez c/o Daniel Arrendondo |
| Hearing | 2026-07-16 |
| Status | new |
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