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Historic board tables proposed pole barn at 608 West 3rd after debate over placement and guidelines

Madison Historic District Board of Review · February 2, 2026
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The board tabled Orban Ash's application for a 20x30 pole barn accessory building at 608 West 3rd, citing concerns about parcel reassignment, placement in front of a contributing log cabin, and compatibility with Guideline 24; staff and applicants were advised to return with revisions.

The Madison Historic District Board of Review on Feb. 2 tabled an application from Orban Ash for a 20-by-30 accessory building described as a pole barn, after lengthy board deliberation about placement and conformity with the boards outbuilding guidelines.

Ash described a design that would use vertical wood siding on the front elevation with metal on the other sides and a steeper roof pitch than typical pole barns. "If I build a stick structure…

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