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Board denies renovation at 1511 NE 19th over setback and roofline concerns
Summary
The planning board voted to deny a proposed renovation at 1511 NE 19th, citing proposed porch/roofline changes that would encroach into setbacks and insufficient existing/proposed site documentation; the board asked applicants to return with clearer site and setback plans.
The planning board voted to deny a renovation application at 1511 NE 19th after members found the proposed changes would encroach into required setbacks and leave open questions about roofline and porch‑related lot coverage.
During discussion the chair described uncertainty in the demolition and proposal plans — in particular a perceived wrap‑around porch and extensions that appeared to intrude into setback areas — and said the package lacked a clear existing vs. proposed site plan with accurate setback callouts. A motion to deny the application passed on a voice vote; the chair instructed the applicant to return with an existing floor plan, a proposed floor plan with setbacks clearly marked and corrected elevations before re‑submittal.
Board members emphasized that the scale of the renovation requires clarity from a representative (engineer or architect) and that the current drawings appeared to show new construction within setback areas. The denial was procedural and substantive: the board asked for accurate site documentation and for the applicant to bring a representative to explain the scope at a future discussion item.
Next steps: applicant to supply clarified existing and proposed site plans showing setbacks and to appear in person with technical representation for a subsequent review.
