The City Council granted a variance to permit habitable space within an existing detached garage at 460 S. Powell Avenue, allowing the owner to add an upstairs half-bath and storage area. The variance authorizes increasing the garage height from 15 to 18 feet and reducing the required off-street parking from two spaces to one. This approval aligns with the Hilltop Land Use Plan’s Medium-High Density Residential recommendation and maintains the neighborhood character by retaining the detached garage form. No detrimental impact on public services or surrounding properties is anticipated, as the structure remains in its original location. The owner, Sergio Francisco Perez, certified hardship due to the need for additional personal living space and storage. The Zoning Committee and Greater Hilltop Area Commission recommended approval, and staff found no substantial adverse effects.