Summary
A Harrison Boulevard homeowner wanted to add exterior stairs to safely reach attic storage in a legally non-conforming garage, citing a household disability and safety needs. The examiner found no hardship and room to redesign within setbacks, denying the variance.
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Last discussed Jun 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
The homeowner must bear redesign costs to achieve attic access without deepening the setback encroachment.
The setback standards and the historic character of the Harrison Boulevard neighborhood are preserved.
The applicants say denial perpetuates a household safety hazard from the ladder-accessed attic storage.
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