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ZBA approves vertical expansion for small condo at 556 Weirs Boulevard
Summary
The ZBA granted a variance to allow a vertical expansion of a small condo unit in Langley Cove, permitting the owner to add a second story within the existing footprint. The vote was recorded in the meeting minutes as approved.
The zoning board voted July 15 to grant a variance (ZB2025‑067) allowing a vertical addition to a small condominium unit in the Langley Cove/Weirs Boulevard area. The applicant, Matthew Wessels, asked to raise and expand his unit upward within the existing footprint to create additional living space.
Wessels told the board his condo association is composed of small seasonal cottages, several of which have already received approvals to add second stories. He said the unit is constrained by proximity to the water and the Shoreland Protection Overlay, so the only viable expansion option is to build vertically within the existing footprint and to slightly modify existing eaves/bump‑outs so the roofline complies with height and setback regulations. Wessels described family needs as a motivation: his household recently grew and they need more bedrooms.
Board members said similar additions had been allowed in nearby units and that the proposed work would not increase the nonconforming footprint or extend further toward the shoreline. The board approved the variance using the applicant’s narrative as the finding of fact.
What’s next: Applicant must secure building permits and meet planning/building standards for the vertical addition. The ZBA approval resolves the local variance stage.
