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BZA re‑approves multifamily special exception at Providence Way and grants 3‑ft parking variance
Summary
The board approved a special exception to permit up to 36 multifamily units on Providence Way (West Riverfront District) and granted a 3‑foot parking setback variance to accommodate the irregular lot, after the applicant supplied a traffic study and adjusted parking to meet requirements.
Staff presented a request to reauthorize a previously granted special exception (April 2023) that expired and to allow a revised project of up to 36 units on a U‑shaped parcel near Providence High School. The applicant provided a traffic impact analysis showing no significant delay on Providence and revised parking to meet current ordinance counts. Staff and the applicant noted the change from 28 units previously approved to 36 units triggered the traffic study requirement.
Camille Hessen of Heritage Engineering explained the site layout and said the parking encroachment into the 10‑ft setback would total roughly 3 feet (6 inches of curb plus ~2.5 feet of parking). She said required landscaping buffering would still be provided. The board found the special exception criteria met under the West Riverfront provisions and approved the special exception and the 3‑ft parking variance; staff will require final development plans and standard compliance checks before permits are issued.
