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Commission approves duplex with parking reduction at 740–742 Clancy Ave; ADU noted for later permitting

2175088 · January 23, 2025
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Summary

The commission approved a special land use and site plan to build a two‑family dwelling (two 4‑bedroom units) at 740 and 742 Clancy Avenue, granting a one‑space parking reduction and requiring lot combination and standard zoning compliance.

The Grand Rapids City Planning Commission on Jan. 23 approved a special land use and site plan for Spitzley Group LLC to construct a two‑family dwelling at 740 and 742 Clancy Avenue (applicant Patrick Spitzley). The approval allows a reduction from three required on‑site parking spaces to two and includes conditions requiring a lot combination application and compliance with zoning standards at permit.

Why it matters: The site is in the traditional neighborhood low density residential (TNLDR) zone and falls within the Belknap area‑specific plan, which recommends residential infill in the form of single‑family, duplex and triplex housing. The commission found the proposed duplex consistent with the neighborhood plan and the 2024…

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