06/24/2026 ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Minutes (2)

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MASHPEE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING MINUTES JUNE 24, 2026 Attorney Haverty mentioned that he had a discussion with the consultant peer reviewer and recognized there are a lot of points to be addressed, and some are relatively simple, and some require more thought and focus. The developer has financial constraints; there are constraints whether the suggested changes are technically feasible. He is considering all the comments but has not made any specific decisions. They do not plan to change the total number of units, but there are conversations within the development team that need to occur before making any comments. Attorney Haverty would like a copy of the Cape Cod Commission letter sent to him. Ms. Sangeleer summarized the Cape Cod Commission letter into the record. Mr. Reidy commented that he walked the lot area and agrees it is a good location within walking distance to stores and markets. But he does not like the proposed size of the building. He agrees that this building will be an asset to the developer, to the Town and the people who will live there; housing is needed. This project will require some give and take from all involved. Ms. Sangeleer would rather see row houses rather than an intuitional building. Mr. Furbush does not like the size of the building, and it does not fit in with the Mashpee Commons housing. If the Fire Department is not happy, then no one else will be happy. Attorney Haverty stated that his team will address the fire department's comments, and they have retained a fire safety expert, and will have him attend a meeting for this Board. His team has heard the concerns of the Board has raised and will review the concerns from the peer review architect, and the comments from the Cape Cod Commission. The team will address the concerns while staying within the constraints of the developer. Mr. Goldstein asked if a backup generator is required. Mr. Mulhern said that there is a requirement of getting the elevator to operate and the utilities are generally installed on the roof. Mr. Mulhern mentioned that the pedestrian traffic is usually working towards Mashpee Commons and not Route 28.