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Board approves deck and stairs at 442 Baird Street with landing requirement
Summary
The Board of Zoning Appeals granted variance relief for a 6x10 deck and stairs at 442 Baird Street, with the added condition that the stairs not terminate directly on the public sidewalk/roadway and that an appropriate landing be provided consistent with building code review.
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request permitting a covered deck with stairs at 442 Baird Street, subject to the planning division’s standard condition and an additional requirement that the foot of the stairs not end directly on the city right‑of‑way or sidewalk. Applicant representative Dylan Goodwin described the property as a duplex with separate basement access; the requested improvement is a small 6‑by‑10 deck with stairs to facilitate egress from the lower unit.
Planning staff described the lot as irregular and tight, and the applicant said the stairs are necessary to provide direct access to ground level for a lower dwelling unit. Board members expressed concerns about safety if stairs ended directly on the sidewalk or street and asked that the applicant ensure a safe landing. The board conditioned its approval on the standard planning requirements and on the applicant providing a landing or other detail so the steps do not terminate directly on the public right‑of‑way; staff and engineering will review structural and safety details in the building‑permit process.
The board voted in favor of the variance and directed planning staff to issue the action letter; staff reiterated the 30‑day appeal period during which work remains at the applicant’s financial risk.
