1828 Yosemite Street addition

The architect's assistant read a written statement from architect Thomas Rettenwender, arguing the garage separation was voluntary, the city cannot legally require it, and delays are costing the family a five-figure mortgage monthly.

The applicant's daughter said she and her fiancé will live in the multigenerational home, they won't host loud gatherings, and she believed the neighbor had agreed to cover the wall costs.