Variances to the building codes need to be publicly posted with a hearing where objections can be made, In this case, I don't think zoning would even allow a possible variance since building on top of city sewer lines is simply forbidden. It's a mistake. I don't know what would happen if the guy started construction today. In addition to the city approval, I live in an Historic District and the permit had gone thru the process and been approved by the Landmark Commission. Changes to the permit wont be a simple thing because I'm pretty sure it will have to go thru the Landmark Commission again. It's a royal ****-up.

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