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Commission hears conceptual 'Tiny Village' redevelopment; designers told to refine pedestrian frontage and landscaping

Architectural Review Commission (Italian Village) · February 27, 2026
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Summary

Developers presented a multi‑building residential proposal (COA 2600111274) for demolition and construction of five new buildings at 274 East Spencer Avenue. Commissioners praised elements of the design but asked for clearer sidewalk dimensions, more perimeter green space, trash/servicing plans, and options to reduce long corridors or increase internal green space.

Developers presented a conceptual review of COA 2600111274, a redevelopment proposal at 274 East Spencer Avenue that would demolish existing structures and construct five new residential buildings. Commissioners offered detailed feedback focused on pedestrian frontage, landscape buffering, building massing, and service logistics; no final action was taken because the review was conceptual.

Pat Byrne, identified as development director with Merus, said the team had submitted a site compliance package and a rezoning application and expected subsequent reviews. "We are thrilled about the opportunity,"…

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