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Commission allows ADU addition at West Ellis, permits shed roof not visible from street
Summary
The commission approved an accessory-dwelling addition to a garage at 257 West Ellis Avenue (DRH26-000049), allowing a shed-roof variant that is not visible from public rights-of-way and conditioning window materials to meet district guidelines.
The Historic Preservation Commission approved DRH26-000049 to construct a single-story addition to an existing detached garage, creating an accessory dwelling unit at 257 West Ellis Avenue, with conditions on window materials and a finding that a shed roof not visible from public rights-of-way is acceptable.
Staff found the accessory structure met guidelines: proposed lot coverage is 28% (below the 35% guideline), the accessory height (about 14 ft 4 in) is shorter than the primary residence, and the massing and proportions were compatible. Staff recommended conditioning vinyl windows as inappropriate and required more appropriate window materials. Applicant Travis Parks said he could use wood or fiberglass windows to comply.
Commissioners agreed the proposed shed-roof variant was acceptable because it would not be visible from the street and moved to approve with the staff's materials conditions. The motion passed by voice vote.
