02/27/2008 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Minutes

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(USi7y a Mashpce 16 Grca,t Neck. load,Yor-th MASHPEE ZONING BOARD OF APPEAisjjee, lhlassachusetts 62649 DECISION FOR A VARIANCE RE: Karen Scott 750 Cotuit Road Map 7 Parcel 8 V-08-08 A Petition was filed on February 4, 2008 for a Variance from Section 174-31 of the Zoning By-laws for permission to vary the sideline setbacks in order build a garage and farmers porch/entryway on property located in an R-5 zoning district at 750 Cotuit Road (Map 7 Parcel 8) Mashpee, MA. Notice was duly given to abutters in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A. Notice was given by publication in The Mashpee Enterprise, a newspaper of general circulation in the Town of Mashpee, on February 15, 2008 and February 22, 2008 , a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. A Public Hearing was held on the Petition at the Mashpee Town Hall on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at which time the following members of the Zoning Board of Appeals were present and acting throughout: Robert Nelson, James Reiffarth, Jonathan Furbush, and William Blaisdell. The Mashpee Zoning Board of Appeals issues this Decision pursuant to the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A Section 10 and the Town of Mashpee Zoning By-laws. Mr. Nelson informs applicant that he may continue this matter if he wishes due to the fact that there are not 5 members present to vote. Eric Oman, builder for applicant, wishes to proceed. He is seeking a variance in order to build a garage and farmer's porch onto existing house. The Board views the plans and the size of the lot to see if there is any other alternative to this proposal. There is some further discussion neighbors and the variance request. After some review Jonathan Fubush moves to grant an 11.7 foot northerly side variance and a 14.8 foot southerly side variance. James Reiffath seconds the motion. All agree. So moved.