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ZBA tables controversial proposal to convert former convent at 550–570 Rock Street after heavy neighborhood opposition
Summary
The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals on May 15 tabled a petition from Rockview/Lockview LLC to convert the former convent at 550–570 Rock Street into 15 apartments after extensive public comment and objections from neighbors and preservation advocates; applicants agreed to return in June with a reduced plan.
The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals on Thursday temporarily set aside a petition from Rockview (Lockview) LLC to convert buildings at 550–570 Rock Street — a former convent in the Highlands Historic District — into 15 market-rate apartments.
The applicant’s attorney, Peter A. Salino, told the board the plan would adapt the existing structures, preserve the facades and provide off-street parking; he said 15 units was chosen after consultations with the property owner and project team. Preservation and neighborhood groups urged the board to reject or delay the…
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