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Commission approves retroactive variances for addition at 812 Park Drive; building‑department penalties noted
Summary
The commission granted retroactive variances for a front build‑to‑line and a side‑yard setback to allow a homeowner to keep recently poured footings for a 1,700 sq ft addition at 812 Park Drive; staff noted penalties from the building department (fee doubling) for starting work without a permit.
The commission approved two retroactive variances for work at 812 Park Drive that would allow the retention of existing footings for a roughly 1,700‑square‑foot addition: a 6‑ft variance from the 40‑ft front build‑to‑line and roughly a 0.7‑ft variance from the 15‑ft side‑yard setback. Planning staff said the property’s irregular triangular lot configuration and prior approvals for building placement supported finding a hardship and recommended approval with conditions.
Staff explained the applicant had poured footings before a final staking verification and that retaining the footings without the variances would require removal of the constructed portions. The building department penalties for starting work without a permit were described as a doubling of fees. A commissioner noted appreciation for the applicant’s self‑reporting and the commission approved both variances, subject to the staff conditions and plan approvals.
