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ZBA approves variance for preexisting patio at 44 Beautiful Road
Summary
Homeowner asked the board to legalize a ground‑level patio built in 1998 after a recent survey flagged it as noncompliant; the ZBA approved the variance with standard survey conditions and the usual six‑month start/one‑year finish timeline.
Homeowner Heather LaFortezza told the New Castle Zoning Board that a ground‑level patio and a small corner addition were constructed years ago and flagged during a recent survey. She said the patio was built with a permit in 1998 and a certificate of occupancy was issued at the time.
Board members reviewed the record and noted the structure is preexisting. A motion to grant the side‑yard variance described the work as a lawful preexisting condition that would not create an undesirable change to the neighborhood. The board approved the variance, required foundation and completion surveys, and set the timeframe (six months to start, one year to finish) for any outstanding formalities.
