08/27/1997 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Decisions

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Board of Appeals Katharine F. Lingamfelter- SP-97-53 2. Findings: A General: 1. the subject property is located at 65 Seconsett Point Road and consists of 54,232 square feet fronting on Little River. 2. the immediate neighborhood consists of single family homes many of which have docks on Little River. 3. the proposed dock will be accessory to an existing dwelling and is a permissible use within the R-3 zoning district upon grant of a Special Permit from the Board of Appeals. 4. the length of the proposed pier, ramp and float does not comply with the provisions of the By-laws and the Board has granted a Variance to allow for a length of 132 feet from the edge of the wetlands. B. Special Permit Criteria: Section 174-25.I.9 states that the Board must find that the structure will not unduly interfere with the free passage of travel by water of land or cause or contribute to the substantial disruption or degradation on the marine or coastal environment. C. Specific Findings 1. the proposal has been reviewed by the Conservation Commission to address impacts on the coastal environment. 2. the proposal has been submitted to the Harbormaster and the Shellfish Constable whose responsibilities include safety on the water and protection of the marine environment. 3. the use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the By- laws. In view of the foregoing, the Mashpee Board of Appeals found that the applicant met the criteria necessary for the granting of a Special Permit. Upon motion duly made and seconded the Board of Appeals voted unanimously on August 27, 1997 to grant the Special Permit. The Permit is conditioned upon compliance with plans of Wm. M.Warwick and Associates Inc. revised August 27, 1997. The Permit provides for the repair and maintenance of the structure in perpetuity.