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 A Variance (Sec. 6.6.2., Sec. 6.7.1., Article 9., Sec. 10.2.2., Section 11.6.2. of the Development Code) is a request for relief from the provisions of the Development Code.

A Stream Buffer Variance (Div. 9.2. of the Development Code) may be requested.

The Director is authorized to approve an Administrative Variance (Sec. 11.6.1. of the Development Code) for up to 10% of any measurable standard in the Development Code.

A Noise Variance (Sec. 11.6.2.J. of the Development Code) may be requested. 

Resources:  
Variance Application 202
Stream Buffer Guide 2025
Administrative Variance Guide 2025
Board of Appeals Schedule 2025

For additional information, please contact the Planning & Zoning Division at pz@sandyspringsga.gov or 770-730-5600.

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