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East Franklinton board continues 640 West Town Street project; asks developer to restore design elements, clarify parking and site details
Summary
The East Franklinton Review Board voted to continue consideration of a revised application for a multifamily development at 640 West Town Street after members raised design, landscaping, accessibility and parking concerns and asked the applicant to return with a revised submission.
The East Franklinton Review Board voted to continue consideration of a revised application for a proposed multifamily development at 640 West Town Street, directing the applicant to return next month with design changes and clarifications.
Board members said the current submission differs materially from a 2022 approval and they want revisions to better align the project’s appearance and amenities with the earlier submittal and neighborhood expectations.
Board members said the parcel’s visibility from I‑315 and its location at the Arts District gateway mean design changes are significant for the district. The board’s concerns centered on removal of rooftop amenities and balconies included in the prior approval, changes to façade articulation and window proportions, a reduction in landscape trees, and the appearance and height of a proposed retaining wall and attached fence. Members also pressed the applicant on parking counts, the use of…
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