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Neighbor objects to setback reduction, cites property-value, privacy and environmental worries
Summary
A neighbor submitted a letter opposing the variance for 310 Crescent Drive, citing impacts on property values, privacy, environmental concerns, security and community character; the Planning Board approved the variance 5-1 despite the objections.
Resident James Koszan submitted a letter opposing the proposed setback reduction for 310 Crescent Drive, telling the Board he disagreed with the variance and outlining concerns about property values, privacy, environmental issues, security and community character.
Board members discussed the points raised by Koszan and other public attendees. Architect Brooks Washburn and the applicants (Leo and Diana Dufresne) argued the revised plan limited the scope of the request compared with an earlier, broader variance that had been denied in February 2025. Ultimately the Board voted 5-1 to approve the requested 47-foot front setback.
The record includes the neighbor's summary of concerns but does not provide the full letter text or any binding conditions placed on the approval; the transcript does not identify which board member voted against the motion.
