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Board grants lot‑width variance for proposed mosque on Ocean Gateway parcel

2956527 · April 10, 2025
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Summary

A lot‑width variance was approved for Snow Hill Property LLC to allow construction of a modest mosque on a flag lot at 12000–12004 Ocean Gateway; witnesses cited wetlands, stormwater easements, and a septic reserve area as unique site constraints.

The Worcester County Board of Zoning Appeals on April 10 approved a variance reducing the minimum lot width from 200 feet to 150 feet for Parcel 130 on Ocean Gateway to permit construction of a proposed mosque and associated parking.

Applicant representatives told the board the property is a flag lot with a narrow stem facing the roadway and a much wider buildable portion toward the rear; the stem and much of the…

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