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Building Board of Appeals grants appeal for 1620 Hillridge Blvd with conditions; minutes approved

Ann ArborApr 16, 20262 min read

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At the April 16, 2026 Building Board of Appeals meeting, members approved the October 16, 2025 minutes and unanimously granted appeal BBA26-0002 for 1620 Hillridge Blvd, reversing the Building Official’s denial and imposing specific structural and documentation conditions. No public commentary, old business, or new business was recorded.

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Approved meeting minutes from October 16, 2025; minutes forwarded to City Council.
Granted appeal BBA26-0002 (1620 Hillridge Blvd) reversing the Building Official’s decision under sections R104.11, R106.1, and R301.1.3 of the 2015 Michigan Residential Code, on a 3-0 voice vote.
Conditions imposed on the granted appeal: applicant to provide additional supportive data on plans; extend secondary grade beams with additional supports to reduce load on the western tree adjacent to the curved stair; demonstrate flexibility of electrical conduit connections to accommodate movement; and provide anchorage of the stair to the platform to ensure stability.
Noted that the board understands the applicant and engineer of record performed due diligence in design and engineering of the accessory structure.
No old business or new business recorded; meeting adjourned.

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