Michelle, there is also quite a lot of junk mowers/debris and I think even a few disabled vehicles also on this property (backyard).
Thanks!

371 E Vine. These property owners have been contacted. They are currently in the process of applying for a variance to the zoning code. I expect them to be on the agenda for the August 1st meeting.

They have been notified to clean up the junk in the rear as well. There were no vehicles when we initially received this complaint. I will have the inspector follow up on that piece right away.

Thanks Michelle. I will update this to in progress when I’m in the office Monday.

Not Monday.. tomorrow. Lol.

So we all better understand, what would be the issue with a carport?
Is it not allowed by zoning or wasn't done with a building permit??

Both are issues. The zoning code does not allow this accessory structure to be located in the front yard. They were not aware, because they didn't apply for a zoning permit. In addition to the zoning permit, a building permit is required because the structure is over 200 sq. ft. in area.
Since being notified, the property owner did apply for a zoning permit and the permit was denied. They have until next Thursday to appeal the denial of the zoning permit by filing for a variance to the zoning code. If they do not file the appeal, they will be ordered to remove the structure.

How can we find out if a variance has been applied for?

The owner did not apply for the variance by the deadline. They have been sent a notice to remove the structure.

The BZA has a regular meeting schedule which can be found here: https://wilmingtonoh.org/government/boards-commissions/board-zoning-appeals/.
Agendas are usually posted the week prior to the meeting. Meeting notices are published in the Wilmington News Journal as well. In addition, adjacent property owners are mailed meeting notices when their neighbor requests a variance. You can also call the office 937-382-5134.

Thank you.

The owner has decided to remove the building rather than try to obtain a variance. The owner has been given 30 days to do so.