01/17/1996 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Decisions

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�t Board of Appeals Arnold B. Tofias - V-96-4 2, Findings: A. General 1. the subject property is located at 34 Wheelhouse Lane (Map 120, Block 163) and contains 16,589 square feet. 2. the immediate neighborhood consists of single family homes of similar size many of which have been improved with additions and decks. 3. the proposed expansion will result in an increase of 1% in lot coverage. i 4. the proposed expansion will not encroach on the setback requirements. B. Variance Criteria Section 10 of Chapter 40A requires that the permit granting authority determine that there are circumstances relating to the shape and topography which affect this lot and not the district in which it is located and that a literal enforcement of the by-laws would involve hardship. C. Specific Findings I. the shape and topography of the lot and the placement of the house on the lot limit the expansion area to the proposed location. 2. the topography and shape affect this lot and not the zoning district in which it is located. 3. the Board determined that desirable relief may be granted without derogating from the intent and purpose of the Zoning By-laws and without detriment to the public good. In view of the foregoing, the Mashpee Board of Appeals found that the applicant met the criteria necessary for the granting of a Variance. Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Board of Appeals voted unanimously on January 17, 1996 to grant a Variance in lot coverage to allow an increase from 21% to 22%. The Variance is conditioned with compliance with plans of Michael H. Grotzke dated December 15, 1995 and signed by the Chairman of the Board of Appeals.