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Planning Commission approves demolition and new construction at 226 Cabrillo after historic‑preservation debate
Summary
After hearing testimony from preservation advocates and the project sponsor, the Planning Commission approved demolition of a cottage and new three‑story construction at 226 Cabrillo (vote recorded 5–1). Commissioners conditioned their approval on design review recommendations and discussed options for preserving or relocating a potentially historic "earthquake shack."
The Planning Commission voted to approve demolition of an existing cottage at 226 Cabrillo Street and to allow a new three‑story, 30‑foot owner‑occupied building with two units. The item drew extensive public testimony: advocates for historic preservation argued the cottage might be an "earthquake shack" or have other historical significance and asked the commission to require a detailed historic evaluation or relocation if…
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