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Ross ADR discusses changing pool setbacks and basement/FAR rules amid growing variance requests
Summary
Staff presented research on regional pool setbacks and ADR members discussed whether Ross should adopt objective standards for pools and allow basement square footage to be treated differently in FAR calculations; members were split and staff will return with comparative data.
At the April 15 meeting the Ross Planning staff briefed the Advisory Design Review on a recurring pattern of variance requests for residential pools on constrained lots and solicited ADR input on whether the town should adopt clearer, more objective rules.
Staff summarized neighboring jurisdictions’ approaches: Tiburon allows pools in rear setbacks and may require only minor design review for in-ground pools; Larkspur commonly allows 5-foot side or rear setbacks; San Anselmo and Corte Madera have their own setback minima and design-review thresholds; Belvedere allows rear-yard pools provided they are at least three feet from property…
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