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Commission recommends denial of variance tied to unpermitted Airbnb conversion at 1701 Landmark Road
Summary
The commission voted 7–0 to recommend denial of zoning case 2026-132-ZC after staff and commissioners expressed concern about unpermitted changes and neighborhood impacts; applicant represented owner and cited existing conditions.
LaChelle Rita (speaker 12), representing owner Gregory Skinner, asked the commission for three variances for 1701 Landmark Road, describing fixtures and restrooms that predated the ownership and saying she lacked access to original construction plans. Commissioners questioned why building permits were not pulled; Rita said the homeowner used existing plumbing and did not think permitting was required.
Commissioners raised policy concerns about accessory-dwelling-unit (ADU) conversions and maintaining single-family neighborhood integrity. One commissioner said the city has emphasized clarity on ADU issues and tends to disfavor conversions that affect parking and neighborhood character. A motion to recommend denial of zoning case 2026-132-ZC passed 7–0; the chair instructed the applicant to appear at City Council on Aug. 27 for the council vote.
