Retired teacher battles new city paving requirement for East Side home construction
October 22, 2024 | Coos Bay, Coos County, Oregon
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A retired elementary teacher shared her personal experience of trying to build an 800 square foot home on a small, oddly shaped lot she purchased in 2023. She expressed her frustration after learning that, due to a change in city regulations, she would now be required to pave an entire alley to access her property. This requirement, she explained, was financially unfeasible for her and would likely deter any future buyers from considering the lot.
The speaker emphasized the emotional toll of the new regulations, describing the situation as "crushing" and highlighting the adverse effects on individuals with limited budgets. She urged the council to consider actions that could alleviate the hardships faced by small property owners like herself.
The meeting also included additional public comments, indicating a broader concern within the community regarding the implications of the new building requirements. The council's response to these concerns and any potential adjustments to the regulations remain to be seen, but the discussion underscored the need for careful consideration of how policy changes affect local residents.
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