Review appeal of approved 2,820 square-foot house at 70 Belvedere Avenue
In Plain English
The Design Review Board approved a permit for a new single-family home in Point Richmond. A resident appealed this decision to the city council. The city council now decides whether to uphold or overturn the board's approval.
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Votes
Deny the appeal
5 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
A new single-family home can be built at 70 Belvedere Avenue in Point Richmond after the city council denied an appeal challenging the project. The Design Review Board had already approved the home's permit, but a resident appealed that decision to the council. Five council members voted to uphold the board's original approval, while Butt and McLaughlin abstained from voting. This means the homeowner can proceed with construction as planned under the approved permit.
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Other motions
Close the public hearing
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