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Zoning board grants several nonconforming‑lot variances and routine extensions
Summary
The board approved a series of smaller variances and extensions — including an ADU at 23 Dollof Street, a garage at 24 Allen Road, shorefront rebuild variances at Chapen Terrace, and multiple one‑year extension requests for previously approved variances — while noting mitigation and state permits where applicable.
In addition to headline items, the Laconia Zoning Board approved several routine extensions and variances on April 20 that the board characterized as improvements to existing nonconforming lots or administrative extensions of earlier approvals.
Extensions: The board granted a 12‑month extension for variances tied to 504 Scenic Road (ZB2026‑49), moving final expiration dates to April 2027. It approved similar 12‑month extensions for variances at 1207 Wears Boulevard to preserve development options for a potential buyer.
Accessory dwelling and garage variances: The board approved an ADU variance at 23 Dollof Street so a resident could construct an accessory unit for a disabled daughter; the applicant described the request as a modest five‑foot side setback. The board also granted a dimensional variance at 24 Allen Road to replace sheds with a two‑car garage and living area above, a plan that reduces impervious surface by replacing old asphalt.
Chapen Terrace (waterfront): The board approved four variances to allow reconstruction of a shorefront home on a very small lot that would move the living area slightly farther from the lake, reduce impervious surface through pervious pavers and a rain‑garden best management practice, and accept a modest green‑space reduction; the project had New Hampshire DES approval and included commitments for shoreline restoration.
Board housekeeping: Members also handled procedural items and elected Marsha Hayward as chair and Eric Hoffman as vice‑chair.
What happens next: Approved applicants proceed to planning‑board or building‑department steps as applicable; state permits and detailed site work will govern shorefront and stormwater elements.
