Title
Appeal of Renewal by Andersen, on behalf of Carol Engel, to two Egress Window Non-Compliance Determinations at 2053 PALACE AVENUE.
Purpose of Appeal
We are appealing two double hung replacements that do not comply w/egress. Openable height 17" on both. One is located in an "office" not currently being used as a bedroom. H/O wants both to match. Both are located on side of home next to each other.
Please approve.
Date of Order(s)
February 1, 2012
Inspector/Key Staff
J. Hoffman
Legislative Hearing Staff Comments
No hearing necessary.
Variance Recommendation
Yes, 7 inches egress opening height.
Body
WHEREAS, in the matter of the Appeal of Renewal by Andersen, on behalf of Carol Engel, to two Egress Window Non-Compliance Determinations at 2053 PALACE AVENUE; the Legislative Hearing Officer has reviewed the appeal and considered the testimony of City staff and the appellant;
WHEREAS, the Legislative Hearing Officer recommends that the City Council grant a 7-inch variance on the openable height of three replacement bedroom egress windows measuring 17 inches high by 36 inches wide and measuring 17 inches high by 24 inches wide; Now, Therefore, Be It
RESOLVED, that the Saint Paul City Council hereby accepts and adopts the Legislative Hearing Officer's recommendation in this matter.