Where it stands as of Wed, Jun 10
The variance application to construct a detached two-car garage at 22 Newton Street has been withdrawn. The Zoning Board of Appeals voted in June 2026 to grant the applicant's request to withdraw without prejudice following concerns regarding zero-foot side setbacks and blocked access for septic system maintenance. No further hearings are scheduled while the homeowner reconsiders design options.
- Neutral Zoning Board of Appeals Voted 5-0 on June 10, 2026, to allow the variance petition to be withdrawn without prejudice so the applicant can reconsider options.
Votes
| Date | Board | Motion | Result | Video |
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| Zoning Board of Appeals | Withdraw the application for 22 Newton Street without prejudice 22 Newton Street garage variance | Passed5-0 | 1:15 | |
| Zoning Board of Appeals | Motion to continue the public hearing for 22 Newton Street to June 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM. 22 Newton Street garage variance | Passedunanimous | 29:12 |
Every time it came up newest first
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22 Newton Street withdrawal request
The applicant for 22 Newton Street requested to withdraw their application without prejudice. The proposal previously involved constructing a two-car garage that blocked access to the backyard. The board voted to grant the withdrawal without prejudice so the homeowner can reconsider options.
- Address: 22 Newton Street
- Prior proposal involved constructing a two-car garage
- Applicant requested withdrawal without prejudice
Outcome: Application withdrawn without prejudice
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22 Newton Street variance hearing
The board opened a public hearing on a variance petition under Section 174-8.3(D)(3)(b) to construct an encroaching two-car detached garage on the side lot line in the Residence B district. Town officials and board members expressed major concerns regarding zero-foot side setbacks and a Board of Health finding that the proposed structure would obstruct vehicle and equipment access needed to repair or replace the property's septic system. Board members suggested the applicant explore alternatives, including a one-car garage, a tandem garage layout, or a recorded emergency access easement across the abutting commercial property.
- Address: 22 Newton Street
- Applicant seeks a variance to build a 23-foot by 23-foot two-car garage up to the property line
- Required side setback is 20 feet for principal structures or 10 feet for accessory buildings
- Board of Health warned the placement would block rear access for septic replacement or heavy excavation
- The board discussed alternative tandem or narrower garage configurations with the applicant
Outcome: Hearing continued to June 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM.