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2026-248 • Regular AgendaCity of Elgin (Bastrop County)
Project 202600019: A zoning variance from Section 46-233 (3) in order to reduce the required rear setback from ten feet (10') to zero feet (0') in the “R-1” Single-Family Dwelling District to allow for a carport and garage expansion located at 807 N Ave C
Presented in: City of Elgin City Council - April 16, 2026 on 2026-04-16
Official Roll-Call Vote
Restrains Gov't • 6.5/10 Impact Weight
PASSED (1 - 0)
“Motion to approve: Project 202600019: A zoning variance from Section 46-233 (3) in order to reduce the required rear setback from ten feet (10') to zero feet (0') in the “R-1” Single-Family Dwelling District to allow fo”
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Theresa McShan
Mayor
YES
Staff Report & Agenda Item Details
Project 202600019: A zoning variance from Section 46-233 (3) in order to reduce the required rear setback from ten feet (10') to zero feet (0') in the “R-1” Single-Family Dwelling District to allow for a carport and garage expansion located at 807 N Ave C
Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis
This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 6.5/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.