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Unpermitted front deck variance at 218 E 9th St
Summary
A homeowner built a new front deck to replace old steps without first getting a permit, and it sits closer to the front property line than the code allows. The board had to decide whether to allow it retroactively — and chose to, unanimously.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
No cost to the city; the decision just lets the homeowner keep the deck she already built.
✅Who benefits
Linda Sterling, who can keep the replacement deck as built.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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