Wareham ZBA overturns building inspector, allows ADU conversion with 1‑foot sideline variance

Jan 15, 2026

After a heated legal debate over the state ADU rule, the Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals overturned the building commissioner's denial and granted a 1-foot sideline variance to allow an accessory dwelling conversion; the decision was unanimous (5-0).

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The Wareham Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously on Jan. 14 to overturn a building inspector's denial and allow an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) conversion at a three‑family property, granting a variance for a one‑foot sideline setback.

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