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Zoning board approves Johnsons’ renovation and backyard pool at 32 Twambley with stormwater and landscaping conditions
Summary
The Zoning Board approved a renovation of an existing split‑level house at 32 Twambley (Johnson family) that converts it into a colonial form, adds floor area and installs a backyard pool; approval requires dry‑well verification, engineered retaining‑wall details and city forester review of the landscape plan.
The Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment on April 21 approved a renovation and backyard pool for homeowners Mike and Jill Johnson at 32 Twambley, clearing multiple variances including floor‑area‑ratio and lot‑coverage increases while placing conditions on stormwater controls and landscape screening.
The Johnsons told the board they bought the property in 2018 and plan to convert an existing split‑level structure to a more traditional colonial façade, enclose an existing porch area and add a pool and patio in the rear yard. Architect Steven Kowalski explained the design, saying the front‑facing rooflines will be raised to an 8:12 pitch to achieve the desired look while portions of the rear…
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