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Board approves variance to allow roof extension and wheelchair ramp at 109 Washington Street
Summary
The board approved a variance reducing a side‑yard setback to permit a roof extension and mobility ramp on a nonconforming 1920s house at 109 Washington Street to allow the owner to 'age in place'; neighbor support and nonconforming‑lot status were cited as justification.
The Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously on Jan. 6 to approve a side‑yard variance at 109 Washington Street to allow a roof extension over an existing deck and installation of a wheelchair ramp.
Attorney Ellen Avery Smith and architect Mike Copenhaver presented the request. Smith said the house is a nonconforming lot…
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