Hear appeal of Planning Commission's eagle ornament citation order
In Plain English
Richard Lompa installed an eagle ornament at 2 West Richmond Avenue that violates his approved design permit conditions. The Planning Commission directed staff to issue citations for the violation. Lompa is appealing that decision to avoid potential fines or removal requirements.
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Votes
Close the public hearing
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously closed the public hearing on Richard Lompa's appeal of a zoning violation for an eagle ornament at 2 West Richmond Avenue. Lompa installed the ornament without following his approved design permit conditions, prompting the Planning Commission to order citations that could result in fines or removal requirements. This procedural vote simply ended the public comment period and allows the council to deliberate and make a final decision on whether to uphold or overturn the Planning Commission's enforcement action. The actual decision on Lompa's appeal will come in a separate vote.
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Other motions
Uphold the appeal and allow the eagle to remain on the building. No further citations will be issued to Mr. Lompa, and adopt Resolution No. 138-10
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