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ZBA grants setback variance for 65 Manor Road to allow foundation replacement
Summary
The Rangeley Zoning Board granted a setback variance for 65 Manor Road after staff and the homeowners explained that the dwelling sits at the rear lot line, cannot be relocated, and requires lifting to replace a crumbling foundation; the board found the hardship was tied to the lot configuration and approved the variance.
The Rangeley Zoning Board of Appeals voted to grant a setback variance for a property at 65 Manor Road, allowing the owners to lift the dwelling, replace a crumbling foundation, and return the house to its existing footprint.
Town staff explained the structure ‘‘sits right smack on the back edge of the property’’ and that there is ‘‘no place for it to go,’’ describing the condition as a practical constraint that would prevent bringing the building into full conformance if it were moved. The homeowners and the homeowners’ association provided written support for the proposed work. The board reviewed the five statutory factors under Section 38.4.3 of the Rangeley Town Code, determined the hardship arises from unique property circumstances rather than the general neighborhood, and moved to grant the requested variance.
The chair read the authority for the board and led the findings of fact, explicitly addressing setback and return-on-investment considerations before the motion was approved. The transcript records the board concluding that the variance would not adversely affect the public interest and voting to grant the request.
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