Buffer yard variance at former mausoleum site on South Sandusky Street
Delaware
Summary
A longtime neighbor warned the board about leftover mausoleum footers, unstable fill, a steep slope causing winter access and fire-truck problems, and possible remains on the site. The applicant said he dug eight feet searching for the old slab and found it gone, and that any remains discovery would trigger coroner notification.
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Last discussed Jul 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown construction costs could rise if remains or footers are uncovered during excavation.
Full disclosure of site history protects future buyers and builders.
The adjacent residential lot loses five feet of buffer, though it is currently undeveloped and wooded and sits well below the site.
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