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Commission endorses detached guest suite at Colonade Parkway
Summary
The commission recommended approval of SUP 26‑00007, allowing a detached accessory dwelling/guest suite at 5205 Colonade Parkway, after staff found the proposal consistent with zoning and the applicants confirmed HOA approval and vegetative buffering.
The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of Special Use Permit 26‑00007 for a detached accessory dwelling unit at 5205 Colonade Parkway.
Staff (Herb Painter) described the 3.03‑acre A‑1 parcel in the Liberty Ridge subdivision and concluded the proposed 25×32‑ft detached structure (two‑car garage below, ~400‑sq‑ft apartment above) complies with setbacks, the comprehensive plan and the ordinance's special‑use permit requirements for accessory dwelling units. The contractor/applicant (Herb Painter) and property owners Kevin and Cynthia Sherman said the unit is intended as a guest suite for family and visitors, will preserve surrounding trees and landscaping, and has HOA architectural approval. Commissioners asked about exact placement, tree preservation and whether the balcony faced the rear; the contractor said the balcony faces the rear and that vegetation will remain intact.
After closing the public hearing the commission moved, seconded and voted to recommend approval; roll call indicated the motion carried.
Next steps: Staff will forward the commission’s recommendation and proposed conditions to the Board of Supervisors for final action.
Action at a glance: Commission recommended approval of SUP 26‑00007 (5205 Colonade Parkway) with conditions; motion carried on roll call.
