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City staff seeks to move carport approvals to Board of Adjustment with special‑exception criteria
Summary
Staff presented two alternative ordinances to allow front‑yard carports by special exception to the Board of Adjustment, set minimum criteria (10‑ft front setback, 400‑sq‑ft limit), add disability accommodation language in one version, and eliminate an obsolete demolition requirement.
City staff presented proposed text amendments on Jan. 5 to change how carports are authorized in residential areas: instead of handling them exclusively through zoning/SP processes, staff proposes allowing front‑yard carports through a special‑exception process administered by the Board of Adjustment.
The proposal would amend section 1.15 (special…
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