[OldNorth] Update on 530 F Street Project

[Wrye Sententia]

Re: [OldNorth] 530 F StreetFYI--

The proposed project at 530 F street was "denied without prejudice" by the
city Planning Commission at their Wed. Dec. 17th meeting and we're happy
about that.  From what I understand, this now means that the applicant can
either return to the Commission with revised plans (ie, a one-story building
that doesn't block as much skyline or sun); or can appeal their application
with the City Council to go ahead as they have proposed.  I'm not sure what
the timeline is on this, or what recourse there is for further objection
(should the owner stick to her plan to build a 1200sq. ft. 2-story, second
house on her lot.).

I assume there's no Old North meeting for Dec. 25th, but would be interested
if anyone has input on what the procedure is in this case.  The real issue,
is the zoning of the Fst block as "R-2" rather than "R-1" as, from what I
understand, the old north community desired, but was told was
"inconsequential" in the revised zoning debates.  Now, because of a loop
hole in the zoning, the proposed project may be pushed through.

happy holidays to one and all!

Wrye Sententia
704 6th Street
753-9662




  -----Original Message-----
  From: CCLE [mailto:info at cognitiveliberty.org]
  Sent: Friday, December 19, 2003 10:44 AM
  To: Wrye Sententia; Richard Glen Boire
  Subject: Fw: [OldNorth] 530 F Street



  ----- Original Message -----
  From: John Lofland
  To: info at cognitiveliberty.org
  Cc: members at oldnorthdavis.com
  Sent: Friday, December 19, 2003 9:50 AM
  Subject: Re: [OldNorth] 530 F Street


  Had I known other people going to appear at the Wednesday hearing, I and
others would have turned out. (Appearing alone is often quite ineffective.)


  But, puzzzle of puzzles, I received the below message on Friday morning.


  It is therefore just a little late to use as a basis for action last
Wednesday!


  Andy, is there some way we can avoid this kind of problem in the future?


  John Lofland






    Hi Everyone -

    Wednesday evening (12/17) the Planning Commission will be reviewing
    the revised plan for adding a second home on the lot at 530 F Street.
    This is the home right next to ours -- to the south.

    The project is the first item on the agenda at 7:00 pm.

    Richard and I will be going to express our concerns with the project.

    1.  The proposed 2-story building has a few cosmetic changes, but in
    essence it is little improved from the previous plan. The square
    footage is 1,122, only 50 SQ FT less than the previous plan.

    2.  The proposed structure has an FAR of 51.6% (20 percent over the
    maximum FAR).

    3. Because the proposed structure is over 20 feet tall and directly to
    the South of our back yard, it will not only loom above us, but also
    cast a very significant shadow. The architect's Solar Access Study
    shows that the proposed building will shade a big portion of our back
    yard most of the day.

    It will blocks just about all morning sun!

    This is especially upsetting to us because our neighbor misleadingly
    showed us the Solar Access Study, but only for 12 noon -- the time of
    the day when the least shadow is cast. (We didn't see the full Solar
    Study until we looked at the actual plans at the Planning Commission.)

    4.  The proposed building will present a significantly altered profile
    from Sixth Street. We are also concerned that if this home is allowed
    to go up as currently designed, it will later be used to justify a
    large structure like the one the Co-op has been talking about building
    along the other side of our back yard. (The Monster House on the corner
    of Sixth and G is what the Co-op already uses for comparison
    purposes...see latest issue of Co-op members' newspaper)

    Richard and I are not opposed to our neighbors (530 F Street, or the
    Co-op) improving their properties and/or adding more living spaces. But
    we are opposed to excess and greed. Especially when it hits so close to
    home.

    To share your thoughts on the project, please come to the planning
    commission meeting Wednesday night.

    with good wishes,
    Wrye and Richard
    704 Sixth Street
    530.753. 9662


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