06/28/1995 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Minutes

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I/ Board of Appeals Minutes - June 28, 1995 3. • Richard and Jacinth E. Cooke - Request a Variance from Section 174-31 of the Zoning By-laws for permission to vary the side line setback requirement to allow for a house addition on property located in an R-5 zoning district at 49 Ashumet Avenue (Map 41, Block 27) Mashpee, MA. Members sitting: E. Govoni, J. Regan, C. Hawver Mr. Cooke explained that he wanted to add a bedroom and deck which would result in a sideline setback of 8.8'. Mr. Hauck explained that the original zoning allowed a 7 1/2' sideline setback but he was requiring a minimum of 10'. The Board suggested that in the future this type of application be handled as an Appeal of the Building Inspector's. Decision rather than a Variance. Mr. Govoni moved to grant the Variance of 1.2' to allow a sideline setback of 8.8' based on the findings that the shape and topography of the lot prevented the building of the addition in any other location and that it would not be detrimental to the neighborhood. Mr. Regan seconded. All agreed. Reorganization of the Board - Mr. Govoni explained that the reorganization will be voted at the July 12 meeting. He explained that the Board is required to elect a Chairman and Clerk. • Correspondence - Mr. Govoni explained that the Board had received a letter of interest in membership from William Zammer. He said a letter will be sent inviting Mr. Zammer to the July 26 meeting. There was discussion that the current Associate Members have been participating in more hearings and that attendance has been excellent. Televising_ Meetings - Brad Caffyn discussed possibility of televising meetings. It was agreed that the Board would be advised in advance. July 12 meeting - The meeting will focus on reviewing Application Procedures of the Board and only one continued hearing will be scheduled. Meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M. Elinor Walsh E