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Arlington planning commission continues Balfour Lofts zoning case after parking and safety concerns
Summary
Developers of the proposed Balfour Lofts multifamily project asked for and won a continuance to Sept. 3 after commissioners raised concerns about parking counts, security for open tuck‑under garages, and unit sizes; staff had flagged deviations for density, building length and parking.
The Arlington Planning and Zoning Commission on Aug. 6 agreed to continue consideration of PD25‑12, a proposal for a 99‑unit multifamily development called Balfour Lofts near 700 East South Street, after commissioners pressed the applicant for clearer plans on parking, security and minimum unit sizes.
Lisa Sogberry, planning development manager, told the commission staff had identified several requested deviations from current Unified Development Code standards, including exceeding the maximum building length and density and falling short of off‑street parking requirements. Sogberry also said the applicant was counting on‑street spaces toward required parking and…
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