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Neighbors press traffic and parking concerns as commission approves four-unit townhouse at 106 East 14th
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request to allow a four-unit townhouse at 106 East 14th after the petitioner, Steve Ferris, described cleanup and proposed garages facing 14th; neighbors expressed concerns about narrow streets, alley access and winter safety, and Ferris said parking and front drive access would address those concerns.
The Planning Commission voted to approve a rezoning request by Steve Ferris to change 106 East 14th Street from R1 to R3 so Ferris can build a four-unit townhouse.
Ferris told the commission he purchased and demolished the old structure and intends to build four units similar to nearby development. "We're just glad we got the property bought ... we've been planning on doing that development that's been approved," Ferris said, noting a recent cleanup and that the design would include one-car garages and two-bedroom units.
A neighbor who spoke in favor, Andrew Skaggs, thanked Ferris for cleaning up the lot and said the proposed units would be comparable to other nearby projects. A nearby resident, Julie Hastings, spoke in opposition, citing parking and traffic worries: "Our concern is about parking and traffic. Both streets are very narrow ... are we going to have garages in the front with a driveway where people will be using 14th Street?" Hastings also asked whether alley access would push cars onto 13th Street in winter.
Ferris replied that the garage doors are planned to face 14th Street and that "there'd be plenty of parking." Commissioners asked clarifying questions about lot configuration and noted that the parcel is made up of three separate lots, allowing for additional residence potential under certain scenarios.
After discussion the commission approved the petition and the chair said the rezoning will be scheduled for the city council hearing on Nov. 24 at 7:00 p.m.
The commission's approval advances the petition to the council; neighbors will receive notice if the proposal reaches council and any conditions or changes are proposed.
