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Council approves variance, garage and pool at 230 Wellington despite setback waivers
Summary
Council adopted Resolution No. 2622 approving design review, demolition permit, hillside lot and nonconformity permits and a variance to exceed allowable floor area by 520 square feet at 230 Wellington Avenue; neighbors sought a condition preventing the garage from later being converted to another use.
The Council reviewed a multi‑entitlement request for 230 Wellington Avenue, which includes a demolition, design review, hillside lot and nonconformity permits and a variance to exceed allowable floor area by 520 square feet to accommodate a two‑car enclosed garage, outdoor kitchen, arbor and pool in setback areas.
Planning Director Roberta Feliciano explained the project was reviewed by staff and the Architectural Design Review (ADR) body; staff drafted the required findings and recommended conditional approval. Neighbors commented in support and asked that a condition prevent the garage being converted to non‑parking uses; Town Attorney Ben Stock noted existing conditions require the structure be built as designed and enforcement action is possible if the condition is later violated, though blanket parking mandates can conflict with state law in some circumstances. Council Member Salter and Council Member Kircher emphasized the safety benefit of removing cars from the private roadway; the Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 2622 approving the entitlements subject to conditions.
