Homeowners tell commission unsafe, non‑compliant stairs prompted request for new entry at 105 Wildemar Street

Apr 14, 2026

Homeowners said steep, non‑code internal stairs and repeated slips motivated a side‑entry and stair addition; they said interior solutions were impractical and noted neighborhood support, while commissioners sought design changes to minimize variances.

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Elizabeth Hart and Jamie Wilson, the homeowners of 105 Wildemar Street, told the Planning Commission the principal reason for the application is safety. "The exterior stairs right now ... are unsafe. They're exposed to the elements. They're very slippery, and they're really difficult to navigate," Hart said as she described repeated slips, inadequate head clearance on internal stairs and the difficulty of daily use.

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