Appeals and Variance Hearing - March 31, 2026

Summary

The appeals and variance hearing was held to discuss the Chris Gardner variance application. Mr. Gardner's representative, Chad Hutchings, presented his case, arguing that his client had relied on an unlicensed contractor who did not follow the city's building ordinances, resulting in a building that does not comply with the setback requirements. The city's representative, Spencer Duchesne, countered that variances are rare and require extraordinary circumstances, and that the city cannot make exceptions for individual cases. The hearing officer, Tim Pack, considered the arguments and will issue a written decision in the next week. The decision will be based on the detailed notes and documents presented during the hearing.

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Appeals and Variance Hearing - March 31, 2026

Summary

The appeals and variance hearing was held to discuss the Chris Gardner variance application. Mr. Gardner's representative, Chad Hutchings, presented his case, arguing that his client had relied on an unlicensed contractor who did not follow the city's building ordinances, resulting in a building that does not comply with the setback requirements. The city's representative, Spencer Duchesne, countered that variances are rare and require extraordinary circumstances, and that the city cannot make exceptions for individual cases. The hearing officer, Tim Pack, considered the arguments and will issue a written decision in the next week. The decision will be based on the detailed notes and documents presented during the hearing.