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Neighbors question whether proposed 47 Montgomery shed is accessory or a home extension
Summary
Several residents and an attorney representing a neighbor raised concerns at the March 23 planning board hearing that the proposed shed at 47 Montgomery Street might be an extension of the principal residence rather than an accessory structure; written comments were added to the record.
During the public hearing on the proposed structure at 47 Montgomery Street, members of the public and counsel for a neighbor questioned whether the project should be classified as an accessory building or as an extension of the principal house.
Attorney Laurie Heldman of Gordon & Svenson spoke on behalf of neighbor Michele Greig and submitted written comments. The minutes record that public commenters — including Susan G. Ezrati, Gillian Arthur, Bettina Mueller and Mary Pat Davies — addressed the board. The minutes summarize public comment as questioning "the use of this building as accessory rather than an extension of the principal use of the home."
The board closed the hearing but accepted written comments addressed to Clerk Kris Cleaveland through April 6, 2026; all written comments submitted in time are to be attached to the minutes for the record.
