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Downtown Design Commission approves Classen Drive mixed-use project but pauses solar carport decision

Downtown Design Commission · December 18, 2025
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Summary

The commission approved most elements of a 5-story mixed-use project at 1111 & 1100 Classen Drive while continuing the review of visible solar carports and recommending required variances to the Board of Adjustment.

The Downtown Design Commission voted Dec. 18 to approve the bulk of a proposed five-story mixed-use development on Classen Drive, but the panel delayed final action on visible solar carport structures so staff and the applicant can refine screening and configuration.

City planning staff told the commission the triangular site and proposed street closure create several departures from the downtown design code, including variances for building setback, a one-story height standard, roof-sign prohibitions and screening of mechanical equipment. Staff also said the project proposes solar panels that function as carports over surface parking; because the panels are…

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