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ANCs, civic groups warn against easing front-setback relief; OP proposes special-exception path for limited cases
Summary
The Office of Planning urged the Zoning Commission to permit special-exception relief from front-setback requirements for additions and for new dwellings on substandard lots while preserving the variance standard for new houses on conforming lots.
The Office of Planning recommended clarifying that limited front-setback relief should be available by special exception for certain additions and for new dwellings on substandard lots, while preserving the variance standard for new houses on conforming lots.
Mister Lawson told the commission that the front-setback rule (created by ZR16) establishes a range for where a front façade may be placed based on the prevailing block face. "OP is proposing to clarify that the special exception relief pursuant to the normal special exception criteria from the front setback…
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