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Selectmen delay decision on bowling‑lane change‑of‑use permit until absent member can vote
Summary
Applicant Jack Wyman submitted a Change of Use permit to add bowling lanes as an accessory use; Selectman Chandler opposed the change as not permitted, Selectman Garland supported it as ancillary. The board agreed to wait for absent Selectman Ron Munro before revisiting.
A Change of Use/Building Permit application from Jack Wyman proposing bowling lanes as an accessory use was discussed at the Feb. 25 Selectmen meeting. Wyman submitted a letter citing the town Master Plan and examples of similar accessory uses in other businesses.
Selectman Gene Chandler reiterated his opposition, saying bowling is not a permitted use under current zoning. Selectman Vicki Garland said she remains supportive and views bowling as an ancillary use to Wyman's business but emphasized the need to follow the permitting process. Because Selectman Ron Munro was absent, the board did not have a majority to decide and agreed to postpone consideration until the board is at full strength.
Next steps: The item will return to the Selectmen's agenda when all members can participate; no permit was approved or denied at the Feb. 25 meeting.
