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Heritage commission approves porch but asks redesign for 402 W. Birch ADU; ADU decision continued
Summary
The Flagstaff Heritage Preservation Commission approved a partially covered front porch and fence for 402 W. Birch but stopped short of approving the proposed two‑story ADU above a garage, directing applicants to revise designs (split garage doors, alter roofline, reduce massing) and continue the ADU decision to December for modified drawings.
At its Nov. 19 meeting, the Flagstaff Heritage Preservation Commission approved a partially covered front porch and fencing at 402 West Birch and asked the applicant to return with revised plans for a proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and garage.
Staff described the project as a new one‑bedroom, one‑bath ADU above a two‑car garage on a non‑contributing property within the townsite historic overlay. Architect Anne Mead told the commission the design locates the carriage‑house style unit at the rear of the lot, matches roof pitch to the primary house, and uses a mix of stucco and lap siding to reduce perceived bulk.
Commissioners raised repeated concerns about the…
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