07/22/2020 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Minutes

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MASHPEE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS DECISION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT Richard J. Cook and Diane E. Cook 19 Pem Lane (Map 89 Parcel 31) Mashpee, MA SP-2020-21 Mr. Kirrane suggested that the Board could issue a condition to satisfy the Board of Health upon granting relief that the space either be altered or eliminated so it does not qualify as a bedroom. Mr. Furbush asked if the cottage has its own septic system. Mr. Kirrane said no; it's connected to the septic system of the main residence. The hand-drawn plan depicted what looked like a leaching field, and that might have raised the question with the Board of Health if it was capable of accommodating two bedrooms. The Board of Health will only allow four bedrooms, and the house currently has three bedrooms. Mr. Kirrane said that the floor plan shows a loft and living space below with a bedroom. It would exceed the septic capacity if there were two bedrooms in this cottage structure. Mr. Furbush wanted to confirm that this cottage was not classified as an accessory apartment because there is currently only one bedroom. Mr. Kirrane said that is correct. He said this is simply a pre- existing non-conforming structure that is being razed and replaced,to become more livable compared to its current condition. Mr. Kirrane said there is currently a bathroom and one bedroom in this cottage. Mr. Kirrane also provided interior photos of the cottage showing its current condition. The Board had a discussion and determined that the cottage structure was in disrepair. Charlie Maintanis mentioned to Mr. Kirrane that it looked like a demolition had started on the cottage, and said a demo permit is required. A list of requirements can be obtained by the Building Department. Mr. Bonvie asked if the lot coverage was getting better or not changing. Mr. Kirrane said that the lot is currently 43,000 sq. ft., and the difference between what is there now is 762 sq. ft., reducing the size to.747 sq. ft. Given the size of the lot there is no issue. Charlie asked if there is a proposed deck for the cottage. Mr. Kirrane said the plan shows a proposed brick patio to be replaced by the concrete. Sharon read the Board of Health comments into the record, and Conservation approved the project. There were no more comments from the Board. There were no phone calls from abutters. GENERAL CRITERIA: The subject property located at 19 Pem Lane is approximately 43,000 sq. ft. square feet. There were no phone calls from abutters. 2