ZBA approves rear addition at 89 Clinton Street to accommodate elderly relatives
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The Zoning Board approved a rear addition and related variance at 89 Clinton Street to create an accessible living area and enlarge the kitchen, citing demonstrated hardship for the petitioner.
The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit and variance for a rear addition at 89 Clinton Street to create single‑floor living space for elderly relatives.
Applicant Joseph Perlatonda told the board he is building a 25‑by‑28 foot addition to provide accessible living space for two elderly in‑laws, one of whom has dementia, and to enlarge the kitchen so the house can accommodate the family on one level. The Planning Board recommended approval with a condition that was largely technical (a six‑foot opaque fence on the easterly property line for privacy); planning staff also recommended approval with standard conditions.
Board members reviewed the variance criteria and found the proposal met the statutory tests: the shape of the lot and house prevented a conforming expansion without a dimensional variance, the applicant established a hardship related to family medical needs, and the board concluded the addition would not be detrimental to the public good. The motion to approve carried on a roll call of the members present.
The decision includes the Planning Board condition about a privacy fence and standard permit conditions. Construction and permit review will follow city rules on setbacks and building permits.