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Dover Board approves two‑year short‑term rental permit for 23 Church Street with conditions
Summary
The Dover Board of Appeals unanimously approved a two‑year special permit for Amberly and Gregory Karelitz to operate short‑term rentals at 23 Church Street from May 10, 2026 to May 9, 2028, subject to conditions including owner‑limited permit, tenant vetting via Airbnb (or comparable service), on‑site parking, no indoor smoking or pets, and limits on rental days.
At its April 9, 2026 meeting the Dover Board of Appeals heard and approved a special permit permitting short‑term rentals at 23 Church Street for owners Amberly and Gregory Karelitz. The applicants said Gregory will be temporarily relocating to New York for business “approximately two years,” and the Board discussed conditions to balance the owners’ need to rent and neighbors’ concerns.
Neighbors provided mixed input—many praised the applicants and supported the request while some voiced reservations tied to typical short‑term rental turnover. The minutes note that objectors did not present legal grounds under the bylaws to deny the application; short‑term rentals are allowed under Dover Bylaw §185‑5 and §185‑52 when a special permit is granted.
The Board and the applicants agreed to a set of conditions consistent with previous permits. Key provisions approved unanimously (associate members concurring) include:
All conditions apply only to Amberly and Gregory Karelitz, the current owners; the permit is not automatically transferable and the Board must be notified 30 days before any change in ownership so it may consider cancellation or modification. The permit term runs from May 10, 2026 through May 9, 2028. Tenants must be selected via Airbnb or a comparable service that provides tenant‑screening tools; the Board must be notified 30 days in advance if the owners propose to use a different service. All guest vehicles must be parked on the property; no on‑street parking is permitted. Tenants may not have pets or smoke indoors. Illegal drugs and tenant parties are prohibited. Renting for more than 180 days in any 12‑month period is prohibited without special permission from the Board. The Board may modify or cancel the permit for violations, even if minor. The owners were reminded they may rent single tenants for 30 days or longer without this special permit under the bylaws.
Chairman Chimento was authorized to finalize and file the permit document following the Board’s unanimous vote.
