SUBJECT:
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241109RA - Consideration for Kathy Werner, Reasonable Accommodation for Two (2) Pot-Bellied Pigs, in a Residential Mixed Use (R-4) Zone, ±0.34 Acres, Parcel Account Number 11241-003-14, Site Address 14211 NE 208th Court, Salt Springs, FL 32134
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INITIATOR: DEPARTMENT:
Kenneth Weyrauch, Deputy Director Growth Services
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
The applicant, Kathy Werner, has requested a Reasonable Accommodation (RA) to allow two (2) pot-bellied pigs on her residential property in Marion County’s R-4 zoning district, which is designated for Mixed Residential use. The property, located at 14211 NE 208th Ct and identified as Parcel Number 11241-003-14, also falls within the Secondary Springs Protection Zone. Ms. Werner owns the adjacent parcel to the east, Parcel Number 11241-003-13, which provides additional buffering for her property. These pot-bellied pigs serve as emotional support animals, providing therapeutic benefits to the applicant.
In a previous approval dated April 5, 2022, under Case Number 220314RA, Ms. Werner received permission for one pot-bellied pig on her property. This current request seeks to expand that allowance to two pigs. The animals are kept indoors at night and in a well-maintained outdoor pen during the day, providing them with a safe and controlled environment. County staff recommends approval, with conditions to ensure compliance with applicable Land Development Code requirements.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Staff recommends Approval with Conditions.
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