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Staff flags slopes, bedrock and tight parking for proposed Depot Street apartments
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Summary
A proposed multi‑story Title 41/PUD on Depot Street drew staff warnings about steep slopes and shallow bedrock, and commissioners raised safety concerns about diagonal parking, dumpster access and the need to show utilities and hydrants on a larger site plan.
A second Title 41/PUD communication, for a narrow lot on the north section of Depot Street, prompted technical questions about site constraints and circulation.
"There's some steep slopes on this property," said David Riggs, noting shallow depth to bedrock that could affect construction. Staff urged the applicant’s architect to confirm existing utilities and easements on the hillside before finalizing design.
Commissioners asked for an expanded site plan showing Union Street connections, fire hydrants and more of the surrounding area. One commissioner warned that diagonal parking near the building could force vehicles to reverse a long distance onto Depot Street and expressed concern about dumpster truck access on the constrained lot.
The applicant has supplied an illustrative plan but no final engineered site design; commissioners recommended additional geotechnical and utility investigations prior to any vote. No final decision or formal vote was taken at the meeting.
