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Special Permit for Vertical Expansion of a Nonconforming Dwelling in the Aquifer and Flood Plain Overlay Districts (Section 401, 403 & 503.2)

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Special Permit for Vertical Expansion of a Nonconforming Dwelling in the Aquifer and Flood Plain Overlay Districts (Section 401, 403 & 503.2)

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Special Permit for Vertical Expansion of a Nonconforming Dwelling in the Aquifer and Flood Plain Overlay Districts (Section 401, 403 & 503.2)

Public Hearing and Possible Consideration

DOR 08/16/2021 James Brucz of the LRC Group was present to explain the application. He identified that the existing dwelling is nonconforming with regard to setbacks to watercourses and the front property line. The Ramcharrans are proposing to construct a second story addition which requires a public hearing due to vertical expansion of the nonconforming structure. Mr. Brucz explained that the Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for the front yard setback and that they have an application pending with the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission. Chairman Klemens asked about the proposed pavement encroaching on the sharedaccessway. Mr. Brucz responded that the homeowner has been in communication with the neighbors and that the abutting neighbors have provided letters in support of the improvements. Mr. Brucz clarified that the proposed deck is smaller than a deck that was destroyed in a storm due to poor construction. The new footings are proposed outside of the 100-year flood zone. Chairman Klemens inquired about the location of the air conditioning condensers, proposed generator and the 500-year flood elevation. Mr. Brucz explained that they had considered locating the mechanicals in a different location but due to the setbacks on the property, it could not be done. One possible solution would be to raise the elevation of concrete pad by a foot and a half.

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