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Historic board denies Ryan Rogers’ infill plan for 215 West 1st after neighbors object to front-facing garages
Summary
After extended public comment and debate about precedent and street character, the Madison Historic District Board of Review denied a design for two infill houses with front-facing garages at 215 West 1st Street; the applicant said he will return with a redesign.
The Madison Historic District Board of Review on Monday denied an application by Ryan Rogers to build two infill homes with front-facing garage doors at 215 West 1st Street, citing concerns that the design does not fit the character of the historic district.
The project would have placed one-bedroom houses with garages prominent on the front elevation on a deep lot near Legacy Park. Rogers, who had recused himself from acting as a board member for this meeting, told the board the design preserved rear green space and cited multiple recent approvals of similar designs since 2022. "When you drive…
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