Landmarks board conditionally approves relocation of garage at Tyler House, 2940 Twentieth St.

The Boulder Landmarks Board on Sept. 3 voted unanimously to conditionally approve a landmark alteration certificate to relocate an existing accessory garage into the designated boundary of the Tyler House at 2940 Twentieth Street. The board adopted staff findings and imposed conditions on final driveway alignment, drainage/guttering details and a written relocation methodology from the moving company.

The vote followed a staff presentation and public comment. Claire Brandt, historic preservation planner, told the board staff found the proposal consistent with standards in Section 9‑11‑18 of the Boulder Revised Code of 1981 and recommended conditional approval, noting “the proposed relocation of the accessory building does not damage or destroy the exterior architectural features of the historic building” if conditions are met.

Applicant Catherine Barth said the move would shorten a treacherous, icy walk from her house to its garage: “I just…