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Board discusses shed placement at 5 Leeward Way; topography, wooded lot cited
Summary
Applicants for a shed at 5 Leeward Way sought an accessory-side setback variance; the board discussed topography and a pond, noted the request could be reduced to 6 feet, and considered the variance not substantial given the lot’s wooded character.
The ZBA took up a continued application for a shed at 5 Leeward Way. The draft motion (20240679) read by staff sought relief for an accessory-side setback (30 ft required; proposed 20 ft; requested relief 10 ft).
During discussion the applicant (Cara Gentile) and board members noted site constraints including a steep rear slope and a pond. One board member said the applicant informed staff the setback might be reduced to 6 feet; the board observed that a 6‑foot relief (20%) would generally not be considered substantial in this wooded context. The board indicated the matter would proceed with the current draft motion and public hearing remained on the record for any further comment.
