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Board allows third floor at Purple Sage lot, citing steep topography
Summary
The board granted a half‑story variance to permit a 3‑story house at 15919 Purple Sage Road because the lot sits roughly 14 feet lower than the street; the third level is a small enclosed office connected to an open terrace. Vote: 10–0.
The Board of Adjustment approved a half‑story variance to let a developer build a three‑story home at 15919 Purple Sage Road, citing the lot’s steep drop and limited visual impact on neighbors.
Senior planner Joel Bella told the board the site’s finished‑floor elevations are roughly 14 feet lower than the frontage along Purple Sage Road, and staff concluded the small third‑floor office and terrace would not be a conspicuous departure from neighborhood character. Designer Victor said the enclosed portion of the third level is about 60 square feet and connects to an open terrace; he said immediate neighbors closest in elevation provided written support.
Commissioners noted other nearby houses vary in height and that the project will preserve tree canopy where possible. The board approved the variance 10–0 and limited its approval to the design as submitted; the applicant must still obtain permits and meet standard plan‑review requirements.
