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Council approves partial vacation of rear setback at 2407 S Skillern Drive despite neighbor objections
Summary
The council approved a partial vacation reducing a platted 25-foot rear setback to the standard 15-foot R1C setback at 2407 South Skillern Drive after neighbors raised concerns about an existing trailer encroaching into setbacks; the applicant said the work followed staff direction and would comply with ADU and building-code review steps.
The Boise City Council voted to approve a partial vacation of a 25-foot platted rear setback at 2407 South Skillern Drive, effectively reverting the property to the standard 15-foot R1C rear setback that will allow more buildable area for a planned accessory dwelling unit (ADU).
Neighbor Tanya Harris (S16) testified that a trailer on the lot is currently within the setback, described the structure as dilapidated and said recent…
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