Four parties challenge Center Street condos permit

The Town of La Conner’s hearing examiner will have another look at a conditional use permit for Brandon and Kate Atkinson’s three story condominium building at 306 Center Street. The Town of La Conner, its fire department, resident Linda Talman and the Atkinsons filed requests for reconsideration of examiner David Lowell’s May 11 decision between May 12 and 18.

The Town request asks first for a reconsideration of interpretations of the municipal code for corner lot setbacks, to eliminate the 25-foot rear yard setback for more flexibility in providing landscaping in wider front yards.

The Town...