Area and Dimensional Variance for Bingo Hall at 1811 Germantown Road
Middletown
Summary
First Presbyterian Church requested a variance to build a small memorial gazebo in its side yard to shelter elderly congregation members during outdoor ash-scattering services and funerals. Because the church sits across multiple parcels, the board recognized the unique layout and approved the structure with landscaping screening requirements.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private church funds used for aesthetic and facility improvements.
Church parishioners and elderly visitors attending memorial services.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Zoning Appeals (Regular) - Jul 1, 2026
First Presbyterian Church requested a variance to build a small memorial gazebo in its side yard to shelter elderly congregation members during outdoor ash-scattering services and funerals. Because the church sits across multiple parcels, the board recognized the unique layout and approved the structure with landscaping screening requirements.
Board of Zoning Appeals (Regular) - Apr 1, 2026
An applicant requested setbacks variances to operate a charitable bingo hall inside an existing commercial building. The board evaluated potential parking impacts, neighborhood character, and buffering from adjacent properties before granting approval.
Related development
1811 Germantown Road Bingo Hall Variance
Enables a local charity to establish a community bingo hall utilizing existing structures and surrounding gravel overflow parking areas.
First Presbyterian Church Memorial Gazebo
Provides a shaded, weather-protected gathering spot for church members during memorial services.
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