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Evanston land use panel denies front‑driveway variance for Highland Avenue home
Summary
The Land Use Commission unanimously denied a request to allow a front‑yard driveway and parking at 2737 Highland Ave, finding the code’s intent and pedestrian‑safety concerns outweighed the applicant’s ADA accommodation claim. The applicant is advised to work with staff on rear‑yard alternatives.
The Evanston Land Use Commission voted 0–8 on Jan. 14 to deny major variations requested for 2737 Highland Avenue that would allow a concrete driveway and an open parking space in the front yard despite alley access.
Attorney Katarina Carrick, representing owners Laleh and Ali Hermedan, asked the commission to treat the request as a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Carrick said Ali Hermedan is wheelchair‑bound after recent medical events and that rear‑yard access…
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