TO: Architectural Review Board Members
FROM: Gregg Harding, RPA, Historic Preservation Planner
DATE: 7/13/2022
SUBJECT:
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39 E. Chase Street
Palafox Historic Business District / Zone C-2A
Variance
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BACKGROUND:
Chad Henderson and Tosh Belsinger are requesting a Variance to increase the allowed height from 100’ to 109’-4” to accommodate a 9-story hotel as part of the East Garden District development. Since the zoning district is commercial-2A, three feet may be added to the height of the building for each foot the building elevation is stair-stepped back from the property line, up to a height of 150’. The applicant has provided a diagram and elevations which identify those areas outside the zoning envelope, and which would otherwise not be permitted. The applicants have also provided a letter which speak to the seven required variance criteria as well as the two ARB-specific criteria. Since the paneling at the very top of the building is meant to screen mechanical equipment, it is exempt from typical height restrictions.
Please find attached all relevant documentation for your review.
RECOMMENDED CODE SECTIONS
Table 12-3.7 Regulations for the commercial zoning districts
Sec. 12-11-2(a)(2) Variances
Sec. 12-12-3(5)b. ARB conditions for granting variances