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Historic Preservation Commission to advise council: keep 40% front-facing garage rule, count carports and require material wrap
Summary
After reviewing proposed changes to Webster Groves— front-facing garage guidance, the commission voted to draft a letter to city council recommending retention of the 40% rule, counting carports toward that limit, and requiring architectural materials to wrap garage fronts so additions match house exteriors.
The Webster Groves Historic Preservation Commission voted Oct. 14 to draft and send an email and memorandum to the City Council and mayor urging the city to retain the existing 40% rule that limits the width of front-facing garages and to clarify related design standards.
Commissioners said the 40% rule preserves neighborhood character by preventing disproportionate garage faces from dominating residential elevations. Commissioners asked staff to recommend that…
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