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Resident questions two‑year accessory‑apartment renewal cycle; board explains change to increase inspections

5045138 · January 23, 2025
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A Medford resident told the Town of Brookhaven board he was surprised to learn accessory‑apartment renewals had changed from a five‑year to a two‑year cycle and said he received no mailed notice; the board responded that more frequent checks were instituted after widespread illegal apartment complaints across districts.

A town resident raised concerns during public comment about a change in the accessory‑apartment renewal schedule and associated fees.

The speaker said he recently discovered the renewal interval had been shortened from five years to two years and that he received no mailed notice prior to a new bill. He asked why legally permitted…

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