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Newport Board of Adjustments approves variance for two‑story garage with prohibition on living space
Summary
The Newport Board of Adjustments on Sept. 18 approved a variance (case BA 25 14) allowing a two‑story detached garage on Columbia Street, with a condition that the second floor may not be used as living space or for short‑term rentals. The board also approved minutes from May 22 and July 24, 2025 (the latter with two abstentions).
The Newport Board of Adjustments voted Sept. 18 to grant a variance (case BA 25 14) permitting a two‑story detached garage on a property along Columbia Street, conditioned so that the garage’s second floor cannot be converted to living space or used as a short‑term rental.
The vote followed testimony from the applicant, Dean Gosney, and testimony from city staff describing the request. The board approved the variance by recorded roll call; all five members present voted yes.
Board members said the structure will not change the essential character of the neighborhood and…
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