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Commission approves nine‑unit Clara Street project despite debate over adding a tenth unit and affordable requirement
Summary
After extended questioning about unit stacking, inclusionary rules and neighborhood privacy, the commission approved a five‑story, nine‑unit residential project at 224–228 Clara Street and accepted the sponsor’s voluntary offer of one below‑market unit; the vote passed 4‑3.
The Planning Commission on Dec. 10 approved a conditional use authorization to demolish a single‑family house at 228 Clara Street and construct a five‑story building with nine dwelling units, after extensive public comment and commissioner questioning about density and affordable housing.
Planning staff described the project as consistent with the General Plan but recommended exploring an increase from nine to ten units so the project would participate in the city’s inclusionary housing program. The sponsor and architect said height limits and interior…
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