PC 020911 - Laserfiche WebLink

Ms. Amos indicated that the existing window does not meet current Code standards and that the new window would have to meet those standards. Commissioner Blank inquired if installing the proposed window with a higher sill would meet current Code standards. Ms. Amos replied that it would meet current Code standards if the east window were enlarged to meet egress requirements. Commissioner Blank inquired if this is something staff has considered as a possible solution. Ms. Amos replied that while staff has considered this, the solution is more dependent upon what the applicants and appellants are agreeable to. She indicated that the applicant would like to have the window on the southern side; however, the appellants are not interested in having it there, but are agreeable if some mitigation measures are put in place. Commissioner Blank inquired if it would be expensive to make the existing window Code compliant. Ms. Amos replied that it could be expensive. inquired why the wall was opened up today. Ms. Amos replied that while the applicants were repairing a water damage on that elevation, they thought it would be a good opportunity to install a window since the wall was already open. e. Ms. Amos suggested that the applicant respond to this matter. installing a window on the side of the house and whether the applicants are requesting a variance. Ms. Amos answered no to both. sunlight to come into the house, but he was not certain why they would install a window on the south side of the house. Additionally, he indicated that planting a tree would block that sunlight. He also noted that he received a number of letters and emails and asked Ms. Amos if she knew how many of those letters and emails were in support of the application or opposed to it. PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MINUTES, February 9, 2011 Page 33 of 41