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Montgomery commission takes no action on proposed 30x45 accessory structure in historic district, asks for wood‑siding revision
Summary
Commissioners declined to approve the submitted plans for a 30‑by‑45‑foot accessory structure at 706 Caroline St. in Montgomery’s historic district and asked the owner to return with revised drawings showing wood siding to better match the district.
The Montgomery Planning & Zoning Commission on Aug. 5 took no action on a request to build a 30‑by‑45‑foot accessory structure in the rear yard at 706 Caroline Street, citing concerns about exterior materials and visibility from the historic downtown area.
Planning staff described the proposal as a metal‑panel structure placed roughly 100 feet back from the street with a 13‑foot height. Staff noted the city’s historic district guidelines allow metal panels only when the structure is fully screened from view; commissioners and neighbors questioned whether the…
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