Board debates whether to fold patios into 'deck' definition in zoning code

Mar 5, 2025

Pitkin zoning board discussed simplifying definitions by treating covered porches, decks and similar structures together; members agreed not to change the definitions now and deferred further action to a future meeting.

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The Town of Pitkin zoning board reviewed proposed wording to treat decks and similar structures uniformly and questioned the practical need to retain separate 'patio' language. Roger, a board member, asked, "I'm not sure why we got patios in the zoning code anyway," and urged simplification.

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