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Florence Park neighborhood character overlay reviewed; planners describe limits on height, roof pitch and driveways
Summary
Committee reviewed a proposed Florence Park character overlay that would limit building height to 30 feet/2 stories, require a 12:12 roof pitch in many cases, cap driveway width at 12 feet and allow accessory dwelling units by right; planning commission recommended approval 8–2.
The Urban Economic Development Committee considered a proposed neighborhood character overlay for Florence Park that would add specific design and massing rules for infill construction, planners said.
Susan Nunn of the Planning Office and planner Felicity Good presented the draft, which staff described as a tool to promote compatibility of new infill housing with Florence Park’s existing Tudor-revival and bungalow architecture. Nunn said the overlay was requested by the neighborhood and council and…
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