Summary
Homeowners requested permission to build an open front porch that sits closer to the street than the standard 10-foot minimum. Staff supported the request because historical maps show a porch used to be there, and similar porches line the neighborhood.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
None on city funds; private investment in residential property.
The property owners gain functional outdoor living space consistent with neighborhood character.
No one is harmed; the design preserves light, air, and neighborhood character.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing — October 19, 2026
The board will review a special exception request for a second-story side yard addition.
Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing — February 9, 2026
Homeowners requested permission to build an open front porch that sits closer to the street than the standard 10-foot minimum. Staff supported the request because historical maps show a porch used to be there, and similar porches line the neighborhood.
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409 East Custis Avenue Front Porch
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