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Planning commission denies variance for accessory structure at 1003 South Pine
Summary
Commissioners denied a variance request that would have allowed a detached garage 458 sq ft over the allowable limit, citing the long‑standing 10% lot rule and finding the application did not meet variance criteria.
The Newton Planning Commission on Sept. 8 denied a variance request for 1003 South Pine that would have allowed an accessory structure roughly 458 square feet larger than the lot‑based limit.
Justin, planning staff, explained the variance sought to exceed the city’s 10% lot coverage rule for accessory structures. Applicant Dennis Stassen told the commission a fire on June 14…
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