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Commission approves addition and foundation raise at 1403 Paris Avenue, denies relocation on lot
Summary
The commission approved a two‑foot maximum foundation raise and a modest ridge raise and rear addition at 1403 Paris Avenue but denied the applicant’s request to relocate the historic house on its lot, finding the move would disrupt the block rhythm.
The Historic Zoning Commission approved proposed work at 1403 Paris Avenue that includes raising the foundation (maximum two feet), a modest two‑foot ridge raise and a stepped rear addition, but the commission rejected the applicant’s request to relocate the house on its lot.
Staff said the house contributes to the Belmont‑Hillsborough overlay and that reconstruction of foundations and modest height increases are sometimes approved when contextually appropriate. Staff recommended the foundation…
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