Proposed twin-home development at 1400-1408 Powell Street
Summary
A developer wants to combine four vacant lots on Powell Street and build two semi-attached twin homes — four new units. Neighbors may care about density, driveway access off Powell Street, and how the new construction fits the block.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Future homeowners of the four new units and the property owner would benefit if the plan moves forward.
The adjacent Powell Street resident faces a tighter side yard, an active driveway near his house, and possible stormwater fee changes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Design Review Board - Nov 12, 2026
A developer wants to combine four vacant lots on Powell Street and build two semi-attached twin homes — four new units. Neighbors may care about density, driveway access off Powell Street, and how the new construction fits the block.
Planning Commission - Nov 10, 2026
The only adjacent neighbor pushed back on a rear driveway, shortened landscape buffer and fence placement right at his property line. Commissioners agreed the plans weren't solid enough to recommend and sent the applicant back to the drawing board.
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