The City of Wilmington Board of Adjustment (BOA) regularly meets on the third Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Skyline Center, 929 North Front St., Wilmington, unless otherwise noted. BOA meeting are streamed live on GTV8.
Appeal of Zoning Officer determination that a fence located within the front yard of a residence does not meet the criteria as set forth in City Code Section 18-325.
Staff Case Summary(PDF, 2MB) | Applicant Submitted Materials(PDF, 22MB)
The Board of Adjustment (BOA) reviews requests for waivers and variances to the Land Development Code (LDC), appeals of administrative decisions, and appeals of decisions of the Historic Preservation Commission and Housing Appeals Board.
Hearings before the Board of Adjustment are quasi-judicial, evidentiary proceedings, which means that anyone wishing to testify must have standing to do so and must present relevant evidence. The findings of fact made by the BOA shall be based on evidence presented at the hearing.
Five city residents and four alternates are appointed by the City Council and serve three-year terms.
Regular Meeting ScheduleThird Thursdays at 1:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted
Current AgendaApril 16, 2026
LocationCouncil Chambers Skyline Center 929 North Front St. Wilmington, NC 28401
Live Stream GTV8
Brian ChambersAssistant Director910.342.2782 Email
Amy BradshawPlanning & Development Coordinator910.341.3250 Email