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Lowell ZBA continues two incomplete applications to March 9 for additional plans and public notice
Summary
The ZBA continued two items — an after‑the‑fact addition at 150 East Meadow Rd and a curb‑cut/driveway request at 26 Mariner St — to March 9, 2026, citing missing floor plans, incomplete site documentation and absent public‑notice signage.
At its Feb. 9 meeting the Lowell Zoning Board of Appeals continued two separate variance petitions to March 9, 2026 because both applications lacked required materials or public notice.
Jack Lee spoke for property owners Fong Lees and Bichung Lam regarding an addition at 150 East Meadow Road that was constructed in 2020. Board members said the application lacked clear floor plans, a site plan showing the addition’s footprint and evidence of pre‑existing conditions. Vice Chair Callahan and others asked for existing and proposed floor drawings and for the applicant to post the standard public‑notice sign at the property so neighbors could be informed. The board voted to continue the matter to March 9 to allow the applicant to submit complete plans and post signage.
In a separate matter, Robbie Nguyen sought approval to add a curb cut and a second driveway at 26 Mariner Street for additional parking. Several members said the required 3‑by‑4 public‑notice sign was not visible at the property and noted a prior condition of approval requiring removal of a left‑side driveway appeared unmet. Members said compliance with earlier conditions and proper notice should be confirmed before a vote; the board continued the petition to March 9 to allow the applicant time to post the sign and clarify prior conditions.
Both continuances were approved on unanimous roll calls. The board instructed applicants to coordinate with planning staff to meet submission requirements ahead of the next hearing date.
