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Redmond staff proposes 20-foot rear setback for alley-loaded townhouses; council backs sending change to planning commission
Summary
City staff proposed increasing the rear setback for alley-loaded townhouses from 5 feet to 20 feet to reduce alley parking and improve livability; councilors supported the 20-foot minimum and discussed allowing a variance or deeper garages as alternatives. Planning commission will review next.
City staff previewed a proposed amendment to the development code that would raise the rear setback for alley-loaded townhouses from the current 5 feet to 20 feet, saying the change is intended to reduce alley parking, improve fire and emergency access, and increase livability.
The proposal drew support from multiple councilors at the informal meeting. A…
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