During a recent government meeting, discussions centered on building regulations and design considerations for a proposed townhouse project at 1336 Delaware Avenue. The project, which includes four units, is designed to front Bragg Street and will maintain a setback of 10 feet from the front property line on Bragg Street and 15 feet from Delaware Avenue.

Key points of discussion included the necessity of fire separation measures due to the proximity of the building to adjacent properties. Officials emphasized the importance of maintaining a minimum distance of five feet from neighboring structures to comply with fire safety regulations. The conversation highlighted the need for a one-hour fire-rated wall on the right side of the building, which is particularly close to the property line. The inclusion of windows in this area raised additional concerns, as they would also need to meet specific safety standards.

The design of the townhouse features a two-story structure with a 6 over 12 pitch side gable roof, clad in asphalt shingles. The ground floor will be finished in stucco, while the second story will utilize vinyl siding. Notably, there will be no windows on the left side elevation facing Delaware Street, which was a deliberate choice to address privacy and safety issues.

The meeting concluded with a motion to accept the project with staff recommendations, including the option to adjust the design to better address fire separation concerns. The motion passed unanimously, allowing the project to move forward pending final drawings that reflect the discussed conditions. The next steps will involve further consultations with the architect to ensure compliance with all regulations and design guidelines.