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Planning Department presents draft residential roof-deck policy; Board debates size limits and setbacks
Summary
Planning staff recommended capping roof-deck area at one-third of roof area, 5-foot setbacks from edges/light wells, and preferring internal access; commissioners questioned whether one-third is too large and raised concerns about landscaped roofs, windscreens, lighting, and enforcement.
Scott Sanchez of the Planning Department and staff architects presented an informational briefing on Oct. 17 about a draft residential roof-deck policy aimed at making review of roof decks more consistent across over-the-counter permits and discretionary review.
David Winslow (staff architect) and Louise Baratta (senior urban designer) told the Board the policy seeks a balance between providing rooftop open space and protecting…
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