EX26-02 — Garage demolition and greenhouse addition
Description
A homeowner wanted to tear down 24 linear feet of a historic detached garage, keep the front 6 feet, and build a greenhouse on the remaining foundation. The commission unanimously said no.
Impact summary
The Historic Landmarks Commission denied it on Aug 26, 2026.
The garage stays for now, but the case is likely to drive a broader review of Astoria's historic preservation code.
Applicant
- Name
- Bristol Kelley
- Address
- 1064 14th Street, Astoria, OR 97103See this on the map
At a glance
- Hearings
- 3
- Public comments
- 2
- Total mentions
- 3
Last vote · Historic Landmarks Commission
Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Meeting timeline (3)
Historic Landmarks Commission - Aug 26, 2026
A homeowner wanted to tear down 24 linear feet of a historic detached garage, keep the front 6 feet, and build a greenhouse on the remaining foundation. The commission unanimously said no.
City Council - Aug 3, 2026
The owner appealed the Historic Landmarks Commission's denial of her plan to remove about 24 feet of a 30-foot historic garage and build a greenhouse; the Council unanimously upheld the denial.
Historic Landmarks Commission - Jun 24, 2026
Bristol Kelley seeks to demolish about 24 linear feet (roughly 80%) of a historic detached garage and build a greenhouse behind the retained front portion. Staff recommended denial, but commissioners continued the case to June 16 to prepare findings supporting approval.
Related issues (1)
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