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Planning Board hears two home‑occupation proposals; one is approved
Summary
Applicants seeking to open a laser/skin clinic at 13 Allen Street presented operations and timeline; the board approved a separate home‑occupation application from Cecil Richard at 24 Wood Drive and directed both applicants to complete paperwork with town staff.
At the May 13 meeting of the Town of Hampden Planning Board, two applicants described proposed home‑based or small commercial uses and the board took action on one.
Samantha and Chad described plans to open Velour Laser Boutique at 13 Allen Street, the former Kinder Hook retail space. They said the clinic would have two treatment rooms, be overseen by a physician, and typically have two on‑site staff (an office manager and an RN). They estimated employee parking needs at about three to five spaces and said they were aiming to open by August pending lease finalization and completion of town paperwork. The board treated this as an initial informational review and told the applicants to coordinate final documentation with staff (Joanne) before returning for an approval vote.
The board then heard from Cecil Richard, who described a home‑based craft business operating from a single room and selling goods at off‑site craft fairs. A board member moved to approve the proposed home occupation for the 24 Wood Drive address; a second was recorded and the motion passed. The board instructed the applicant to consult Joanne and the town clerk to complete the remaining steps, including obtaining a business certificate.
Procedural notes: the board indicated the Velour applicants should return with completed paperwork for formal consideration, and the town staff will advise on whether the proposed laser clinic constitutes a change of use or requires a special permit.
