Alton ZBA denies third continuance for Maple 7 variance; applicant must reapply

The Town of Alton Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a third request to continue application Z25‑12 at its July 10 public hearing at Alton Town Hall, and directed the applicant to reapply.

The board voted unanimously to deny the requested continuance after several members said the case had already been continued twice and that neighbors (abutters) might have lost track of the process. Board member Jim Morgan moved to deny the continuance; Tim Lee seconded the motion and the vote carried 5‑0.

The board discussed whether a continuation would require re‑notification of abutters. Norma (staff) said a re‑notification is required only if a new application is filed; a continuation typically does not require re‑notification. Members noted the case had already been before the board three times and expressed concern about fairness to abutters and the efficient use of board time. Paul Monzioni recused himself from decisionmaking on this case and stated his recusal for the record.

Because the motion to deny the continuance passed, the application will not be heard further in its current form; the applicant must submit a new application and follow the standard notification process for a new filing.

The board did not take further action on the underlying merits of Z25‑12 at the July 10 meeting; the denial applied only to the requested continuance.