Neighbors raise drainage and construction complaints at hearing for proposed subdivision on Washington Ave.

Counsel Anthony Ross and owner/architect Hector Prieto presented a proposal to subdivide an irregular triangular property at 469 Washington Ave. into three lots, convert an existing single‑family structure into a two‑family, and construct an additional two‑family dwelling on proposed Lot B. The application seeks multiple zoning reliefs including lot size, frontage, rear setback and special permits for off‑street parking locations.

Neighbors raised a series of concerns. A neighbor represented by attorney John Mackey asked the applicant to confirm drainage protections and property lines; neighbors described nine months of ongoing construction that they said produced nails and debris in driveways, uncontained dumpsters and disturbance that affects an elderly resident. The applicant agreed to provide a construction management plan and to work with property surveyors and the planning staff on retaining‑wall alignment, drainage measures and a schedule to reduce public impacts. The board left the public record open and directed the matter to the planning board (Sept. 24) and to return to ZBA on Oct. 8 for further deliberation.