VariancePending2101 W. Stamford Street

Yesway Pole Sign Variance

Abilene

Description

A variance request to allow a 75-foot tall pole sign where 50 feet is the maximum permitted in the Heavy Commercial zoning district.

Impact summary

If approved, the sign will stand taller than standard code permits, aligning with nearby highway overpass visibility standards.

Applicant

Name: Kera Valois / BW Gas & Convenience Holdings LLC dba Yesway
Address: 2101 W. Stamford Street

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Recorded in the meeting · Board of Adjustment

Denied3–1

Meeting timeline (1)

Oct 13, 2026

Board of Adjustment - Oct 13, 2026

A variance request to allow a 75-foot tall pole sign where 50 feet is the maximum permitted in the Heavy Commercial zoning district.

Related issues (1)

Sign Height Variance Request at 2101 W. Stamford Street

A convenience store owner is asking for permission to build a 75-foot tall pole sign instead of the standard 50-foot limit near the interstate overpass. City staff points out that while neighboring properties have taller signs, there isn't a physical land hardship that strictly requires breaking the height limit.

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