Zoning board adopts resolutions, denies one application and appoints RLUIPA attorney

At the July 23 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting the board adopted several routine resolutions, denied one appeal and authorized an appointment of a RLUIPA attorney.

Key actions The board voted to adopt the resolution for 24 Roma Street by roll call and approved the June 25 meeting minutes. The board also voted to adopt a resolution denying the application for 40 Price Street; the chair clarified that a “yes” vote on that resolution meant a denial of the underlying application.

RLUIPA attorney appointment The board voted to appoint a standing RLUIPA attorney (name not specified on the record) to assist the board on issues involving the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act; the chair said the council had been notified and that the attorney would be available immediately to advise the board on RLUIPA matters while the board’s regular counsel would continue to represent the board on other matters.

Procedural notes The board memorialized its votes by roll call and scheduled routine administrative follow up; the chair confirmed the newly appointed RLUIPA counsel would begin immediately and that the appointment was intended to ensure the board had specialized counsel available for pending and upcoming land‑use applications.

Ending The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn that passed on a voice vote.