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Neighbors, code officer differ over shoreland shed; town staff say permit not revocable

Board of Selectmen, Town of Swanzey · October 30, 2025
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Summary

A neighbor dispute over a shed built near the shoreland setback prompted a review. Staff said the building permit was issued and counsel advised the town it could not revoke a properly issued permit; administrative appeal windows were missed and the matter is now in the realm of private legal remedies and neighbor negotiation.

A neighboring-property complaint about a shed near the shoreland setback prompted a discussion of the town's authority and appeal process. Planning and code enforcement staff said a building permit had been issued for the shed and that the property owner later sought a…

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