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Commission approves 1650 Broadway project with limits on penthouse, car‑share encouragement and construction hours
Summary
After extensive neighbor testimony, the commission approved a revised 34‑unit Broadway development with conditions: cap on penthouse expansion, encouragement of 1–2 car‑share spaces (on/off‑site), construction limited to weekdays 7AM–8PM, and direction to assist nearby Ramos property on required tie‑in work.
Following several rounds of outreach and design revisions, the Planning Commission approved a modified plan for a multi‑unit development at the 1600–1660 block of Broadway on a 4–3 vote.
Project sponsors presented design changes including a larger light well (about 160% of the minimum), reduced glazing on the facade and other architectural adjustments. They said the building could still accommodate 34 units after the light‑well and other concessions.
Neighbors and tenant associations gave extensive public comment, raising concerns about loss…
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