Variances.

Jackson Code of Ordinances § 30-156

in effect

Sec. 30-156. - Variances. Where there are unusual circumstances peculiar to the site and where a literal application or specific provisions of this article would result in undue hardship to the owners or other interested parties, a variance from specific provisions of this article may be requested. The application requesting a variance from the requirements of the article shall include a description of the property, the exact nature of the proposed variance, and the grounds upon which it is requested. The applicant shall further demonstrate that the granting of such variance will not adversely affect the surrounding properties nor be otherwise detrimental to the public welfare. The application shall be filed with the building official, and upon receiving all required information, the building official shall make a recommendation to the construction board of adjustment and appeals ("board") for their consideration. Within ten working days after the board's receipt of a recommendation by the building official, the board shall meet to consider said request. Within ten working days after the board's meeting, the board shall grant or deny said variance in whole or in part. If the board fails to take action on the request for a variance within the time specified, then such inaction shall be deemed to grant the variance. Any party aggrieved by a decision of the board shall be entitled to appeal any such decision to the city council provided the procedures herein are followed: (1) A written notice of appeal shall be given to the building official within 15 days from the date of such decision by the board. (2) Upon receipt of a notice of appeal, the building official shall forward to the city council the decision of the board and all relevant documents and exhibits. (3) Within 60 days after the date of such decision by the board, the city council shall either approve or deny, in whole or in part, the decision of the board or where there is need for additional information, remand the decision to the board for further consideration. An appeal from the decision of the city council may be made as provided by law for appeals from any order of governing authorities of a municipality. (Ord. No. 2006-73(5), § 6, 10-17-06)

Source: City of Jackson, Mississippi, Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/ms/jackson/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH30BU_ARTIVOUSTYA_S30-156VAFetched: 11/1/2026