Ross ADR discusses changing pool setbacks and basement/FAR rules amid growing variance requests

Apr 16, 2025

Staff presented research on regional pool setbacks and ADR members discussed whether Ross should adopt objective standards for pools and allow basement square footage to be treated differently in FAR calculations; members were split and staff will return with comparative data.

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At the April 15 meeting the Ross Planning staff briefed the Advisory Design Review on a recurring pattern of variance requests for residential pools on constrained lots and solicited ADR input on whether the town should adopt clearer, more objective rules.

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