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Planners propose high bar for parking exemptions tied to tree retention; commission asks to simplify criteria
Summary
Staff proposed five criteria that would allow developers to apply for exemptions from residential parking requirements when tree retention prevents feasible development; commissioners asked staff to consider a simpler single demonstration test and to remove economic hardship language.
Planning staff presented draft criteria for an administrative residential parking exemption that would apply when retaining trees makes on‑site parking infeasible.
Under the draft language staff laid out five review criteria, including a requirement that applicants incorporate all available parking reductions and credits; demonstrate that providing the required parking would reduce units below viability; and show that paying a future…
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