TOWN OF
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MEETING MINUTES OF
MEETING HELD IN TOWN
Members Present: Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde, Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard.
Members Absent: Keith Amato (excused).
Others Present: Russ Braun (
Chair Patrick Eleey called
the Work Session to order at
MINUTES:
PENDING DECISIONS:
2008-02
Fiodarau -
Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde,
Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case. Anne Howard
read the decision. Although before she had finished reading, she brought up the
issue of the proposed lot coverage for the project. The Board briefly discussed
the issue. Acting Building Commissioner Russ Braun went downstairs to check the
file.
2008-04
Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde, Robert Littlefield,
Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case. Patrick Eleey read the decision.
Amy Germain moved to approve the language as written, Elisabeth Verde seconded
and it was so voted, 5-0.
Chair
Patrick Eleey adjourned the Work Session at
PUBLIC HEARING
Chair
Patrick Eleey called the Public Hearing to order at
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws for the extension of a pre-existing, non-conforming dimension along the front and side yard setbacks. Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde, Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case.
Presentation: John DeSouza, Tom Thompson, Bernard Brahm and Scott
Shamenek appeared to present the application. The applicants seek to add two
dormers to the structure; a shed, or
Public Comment: None. There were no letters in the file.
Board Discussion: The Board questioned Mr. DeSouza and Mr. Thompson.
Anne Howard moved to approve a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws for the extension of a pre-existing, non-conforming dimension along the front and side yard setbacks at the property located at 91 Bradford Street (Res 3), Robert Littlefield seconded and it was so voted, 4-1 (Elisabeth Verde opposed). Robert Littlefield will write the decision.
2008-10
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to construct a bedroom addition to a single-family dwelling up and along a pre-existing, non-conforming front yard setback. Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde, Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case.
Presentation: Norman M. Barry and Hillary Barry appeared to present
the application. The applicant seeks to build an addition on the east side of
the structure. The setback, averaging the setbacks of the two properties
located on either side of this property, is 14. Mr. Barry is requesting that
the addition have an 11 6 setback from the property line, which is the road.
The Board informed Mr. Barry that he had not submitted the plans that reflect
his request. The Board requested that the applicant return with plans showing
the corrected proposed setback and the proposed first floor plans. The
applicant requested a continuance to the
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to extend a pre-existing, non-conforming structure up and along a rear and front dimensional setback by raising the ridge 7 0 and adding dormers to the garage building. The applicant requests to withdraw the application without prejudice.
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Sections 3110 and 3340E of the Zoning By-Laws to alter and extend a pre-existing, non-conforming structure along its front and side dimensional setbacks and to deviate from the building scale to allow an addition and dormers to the main building. The applicant requests to withdraw the application without prejudice.
Amy Germain moved to accept the
withdrawal without prejudice of Cases #2008-11 and #2008-12, Anne Howard
seconded and it was so voted, 5-0.
2008-13 28
Pleasant Street (Residential 3 Zone), Robert
P. Babineau -
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to extend a shed dormer up and along a pre-existing, non-conforming side yard setback. Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde, Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case.
Presentation: Robert Babineau and Sandra Boland appeared to present the applicant. The applicant seeks to extend a pre-existing shed dormer on the second floor.
Public Comment: None. There were 2 letters in the file in favor of the application.
Board Discussion: The Board questioned Mr. Babineau and Ms. Boland.
Robert Littlefield moved to approve a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to extend a shed dormer up and along a pre-existing, non-conforming side yard setback for the property located at 28 Pleasant Street (Res 3), Anne Howard seconded and it was so voted, 5-0. Anne Howard will write the decision.
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to extend up and along a pre-existing, non-conforming front and side setback dimension by adding a ½ story and dormers. The applicant requests a postponement.
The applicant seeks a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to extend up and along a pre-existing, non-conforming front and side setback dimension by adding a dormer. Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde, Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case.
Presentation: Robert Valois appeared to present the application. The applicant seeks to add a dormer for more head room on the second floor and to match a dormer on the other side of the house. There will be no change in height.
Public Comment: None. There were no letters in the file.
Board Discussion: The Board questioned Mr. Valois.
Patrick Eleey moved to approve a Special Permit under Article 3, Section 3110 of the Zoning By-Laws to extend up and along a pre-existing, non-conforming front and side setback dimension by adding a dormer at the property located at 108 Commercial Street (Res 3), Robert Littlefield seconded and it was so voted, 5-0. Patrick Eleey will write the decision.
The Board briefly discussed the new regulations regarding filing plans at the Registry of Deeds.
PENDING DECISIONS:
2008-03
Fiodarau -
Patrick Eleey, Elisabeth Verde,
Robert Littlefield, Amy Germain and Anne Howard sat on the case. Anne Howard
read the decision. Robert Littlefield moved to approve the language as amended, Elisabeth
Verde seconded and it was so voted, 5-0.
The Board discussed Chapter 40B. Chair Patrick Eleey suggested that Board members obtain a copy of it and read it. The Board also discussed inviting someone, possibly from the Cape Cod Commission, who is familiar with 40B to come and talk to the Board
The Board discussed the writing of decisions and several issues related to applications.
The next meeting will be on
ADJOURNMENT:
Amy Germain moved to adjourn at
These minutes were approved by a vote of the Zoning Board of
Appeals at their meeting on
Respectfully submitted,
_______________________________________________ Ellen C. Battaglini
Zoning Board of
Appeals Signature