Walton County Zoning Board of Adjustments to Meet June 25 in Freeport
The Walton County Zoning Board of Adjustments will convene June 25, 2026, at the Freeport Board Room for its regularly scheduled monthly meeting.
The meeting is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM at the Freeport Board Room, where residents can hear and provide input on variance requests and zoning determinations affecting unincorporated Walton County. The board meets monthly to review appeals, variance applications, and interpretations of the county’s zoning code where strict application of the regulations may create undue hardship for property owners.
The Board of Adjustment operates under Florida Statutes Chapter 162, which authorizes local governments to establish quasi-judicial boards to hear appeals of administrative zoning decisions and consider requests for variances from dimensional requirements like setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage standards. The board’s decisions are binding on the county unless overturned by a court. Composed of seven members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to staggered three-year terms, the panel currently includes Charlie McKinley in Seat 2 (term ending December 31, 2026) and Christopher Gallagher in Seat 4 (term ending December 31, 2028).
Hosting the meeting at the Freeport Board Room signals Walton County’s ongoing effort to make county government accessible to residents in the central and northern portions of the county. Freeport’s central location makes it a practical venue for residents who would otherwise need to travel to DeFuniak Springs, the county seat, for in-person participation.
Residents who wish to speak on any agenda item or who have pending variance requests before the board are encouraged to attend. Agendas and supporting documents are posted ahead of time on the Walton County CivicWeb portal, where meeting details and any agenda packets can be reviewed before the session.
Originally reported by Walton County CivicWeb — https://walton.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=7276
