WESTMINSTER Planning Commission meets on May 17 (Shutterstock).

A request for a variance that would clear the way for a proposed two-story duplex goes before the Westminster Planning Commission when it meets on Wednesday, May 17.

The applicant, Peter Tran, is asking for a variance to allow for a five-foot side yard setback on the first floor of the project. The municipal code requires a seven-foot setback for two-story structures.

Address of the proposed development is 7811-7813 11th St., east of Cedarwood Street.

City planning staff is recommending approval of the variance.

The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers, 8200 Westminster Blvd.