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Commission approves certificate of appropriateness for 510 Garnett with condition requiring sewer/site investigation
Summary
After extended public comment and debate, the Public Amenities Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for a two‑story addition to the landmark house at 510 Garnett Street, adding a condition that the applicant investigate and resolve any sewer or septic utility conflicts before building permits issue.
The Public Amenities Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for an addition to the designated landmark at 510 Garnett Street, subject to a condition that the applicant investigate potential sewer/septic infrastructure impacts and resolve any conflicts before the city issues building permits.
The nut graf: Staff recommended approval after reviewing revised plans the applicant presented in response to the commission’s February feedback; the applicant reduced the roof‑deck visibility, simplified massing and retained second‑story windows. Several neighbors urged additional study of foundations, underground utilities and impacts on adjacent properties during an extended public comment period.
Senior planner Andrew Spytec presented the city’s analysis and concluded staff believes the revised design meets the city’s…
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