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VarianceDenied179 Beachcomber Lane, Ocean City, Maryland

179 Beachcomber Lane dwelling (BZA 2738)

Ocean City

Description

The owners of a newly built Montego Bay house asked for after-the-fact relief from three side-setback violations and a short parking pad, blaming surveyor error. The Board denied everything 5-0.

Impact summary

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied it on Apr 23, 2026.

The finished home stays out of compliance; neighbors' concerns about air conditioners, trespass and liability remain unresolved by the Board.

Applicant

Name
Sean and Patricia Chenworth
Address
179 Beachcomber Lane, Ocean City, MarylandSee this on the map

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
0
Total mentions
1

Last vote · Board of Zoning Appeals

Denied5–0, unanimous

Last discussed Apr 23, 2026.

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