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ZBA continues 299 Main Street shed variance to June 16 pending Conservation review and mitigation plans
Summary
The board continued a request for a skid-mounted shed proposed within 5 feet of wetlands at 299 Main Street to June 16 after the applicant agreed to prepare a detailed plan and seek Conservation input; the motion to continue carried 5-0.
The Zoning Board of Adjustment continued a variance hearing for a proposed skid-mounted shed at 299 Main Street to Tuesday, June 16, after the applicant agreed to provide mitigation plans and contact the Conservation commission.
When the hearing re-opened, applicant Matthew Maguire asked whether making the shed non-permanent (for example placing it on cinder blocks) would alter its status; Chairman Chris Stafford and board members explained it would still be considered a structure under the zoning ordinance. Mr. Maguire said the property's existing leach field constrains placement options and that he does not see another suitable location on the lot.
Mr. Maguire proposed mitigation measures including placing the shed at the base of a hill about 25 feet from the wetlands, installing an under-deck/gutter system to catch and seal any fluid for proper disposal, or attaching the shed to the house. Board members expressed concern about the property's history of flooding and the absence of a detailed design plan showing mitigation measures. The board requested a site plan specifying distance from wetlands, shed size and proposed mitigation and asked that the applicant seek Conservation's opinion and possible engineering feedback.
Mr. Maguire said he would contact Conservation to be placed on their June 4 agenda. The board voted to continue the case to June 16 at 7:30 p.m.; the motion carried 5-0.
