We’re Approved!
Break out the champagne! As of July 12 we are officially approved to build our larger ADU. The even better news is that no one appealed the decision within the two week appeal period (July 12-July 26th). This means the decision is FINAL.
Below are a few of the documents from the approval letter. I will attach the full approval form if it becomes available in a PDF format.
Two requirements will need to be met as result of this process:
1) Maintain the hedge on the south side of the property.
2) Apply for a fire code exception (Fire Code Requirment). The fire department requires vehicle access within 150 feet of all sides of a structure. Since this is impossible with the current lot size, I will need to appeal this requirement and add sprinklers to the building. This will add to the cost - somewhere between $2-$3 per square ft. Here’s the appeal form. The contact person at the fire bureau is Dawn Krantz (503-823-3718).