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Board extends Mr. Serrano’s building permit to Dec. 31, 2026

Town meeting (local planning/permit board) · July 7, 2026

Summary

After staff described incomplete exterior work and recommended a longer extension, members voted to extend Mr. Serrano’s expired permit (24‑102) to December 31, 2026, and recorded the roll-call vote.

The board approved an extension to Mr. Serrano’s expired building permit (permit number 24‑102), moving the new estimated completion date to Dec. 31, 2026.

Staff described the scope of outstanding work and said the previously proposed completion date (Aug. 31) appeared tight given exterior and landscaping work remaining. “My concern is that that wouldn't be enough time after being inside the home and seeing the extent of work that's still incomplete,” the building commissioner said, urging a longer extension to avoid repeated short extensions.

Members discussed making exterior features a priority — lighting, shutters and landscaping — because neighbors see those elements and they affect community appearance. The board then moved and seconded to extend the permit; the motion passed on a roll‑call vote. The applicant, Mr. Serrano, told the board he would accept a fine if necessary but said he preferred to complete the work.

The extension is effective through Dec. 31, 2026; staff will expect visible progress and said enforcement options remain available if the work is not completed.

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