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BZA pauses contested penthouse and rear‑addition case at 1206 Staples St NE; party status denied
Summary
The BZA denied a late request for party status from Mark Stilp, heard public testimony and OP analysis, and continued application 21226 (1206 Staples St NE) to April 9 after requesting additional materials on penthouse height, setback, rooftop area, and clarification from the Zoning Administrator and Office of Planning.
The District of Columbia Board of Zoning Adjustment on March 19 heard extensive testimony in application 21226, a request for multiple special exceptions and penthouse relief for a proposed third‑story and three‑story rear addition at 1206 Staples Street NE (RF‑1 zone; Square 4067, Lot 58). The board denied a late request for party status, received public testimony, and directed the applicant to provide additional illustrative and technical materials before a continued hearing on April 9.
Chairman Fred Hill and board members denied Mark Stilp’s February petition for party status and a related late filing; the chair said the filing was untimely and that Stilp would be permitted to testify during public testimony. The board recorded a roll call denial, 5‑0‑0. Mr. Stilp testified as a public…
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