Commission approves variance for long-standing deck encroachment on Madison Street

Sep 9, 2025

The planning commission approved a major variance allowing an existing deck at 225 Madison Street to remain despite a roughly 2.5-foot encroachment into the west side-yard setback; staff cited age of structure, site constraints and limited public comment.

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On Sept. 9, 2025, the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Planning Commission approved a variance permitting an existing deck at 225 Madison Street to remain despite encroaching into the side-yard setback.

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