Summary
The Zoning Board of Appeals of Suttons Bay held meetings on June 21, 2023, and June 11, 2025, to discuss and vote on variance requests for property modifications. The key outcomes include the approval of a variance for William and Kristin Crackel in 2023 and the ongoing discussion regarding Michael Sanocki’s variance request in 2025, with supportive public commentary noted for both cases.Public Comments
During the public hearing on June 21, 2023: - Richard Hylwa expressed support for the Crackel's front porch variance, stating it would fit with neighboring houses. - Tom Klinefelter submitted a written comment also supporting the variance.For the June 11, 2025 meeting:
- Public comments were made in support of Michael Sanocki's variance request from neighbors Alan and Angela Harris, who emphasized the functional improvements a garage would bring to his home and its aesthetic contributions to the street.
- The Deniauxs, owners of the adjacent property, also expressed their support, highlighting the potential for improved visual harmony within the neighborhood.
Action Items
- For the June 21, 2023 meeting, motions were made to approve the agenda and the meeting minutes from the previous session, which carried unanimously. - The Crackel’s variance request was approved with specific conditions, including that the front porch cannot be fully enclosed in the future, and a copy of the approved site plan must be signed and filed by the Zoning Administrator.- For the June 11, 2025 meeting regarding Michael Sanocki's variance request, no decisions were finalized, as it is still under consideration pending the public hearing.
This ongoing discourse will determine the next steps concerning the Sanocki variance request depending on findings from the June 11 public hearing and additional commentary received.