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Commission approves variance and design review for 68 Fairview Avenue with 12 conditions
Summary
After a brief public comment period and commissioner questions about windows and exterior changes, the commission approved a variance and design‑review permit for 68 Fairview Avenue, finding the project exempt from CEQA and consistent with city standards.
The commission approved a variance and design‑review permit for 68 Fairview Avenue, a residential addition that prompted discussion about windows and garage roof form. The applicant (Roman Curtis) was present and said he was available to answer questions; commissioners characterized the addition as proportionate to the lot and visually compatible with surrounding homes. Commissioner Zarekian moved approval of the project with the 12 conditions listed in the staff report; Commissioner Yee seconded and the motion passed by roll call.
Commissioners made findings that the project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines (class 1, section cited in the staff report) and that variances from side-yard setback criteria are warranted based on unusual physical circumstances, including an existing garage within the setback. The motion recorded that the design is consistent with Piedmont design standards and that, as conditioned, the project will have little or no adverse effects on neighboring properties.
