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ZBA 6-1-2026
Monday, Jun 1, 2026
Variance Approved for Garage Construction at 51 Forest Street
The board reviewed a petition for a variance for 51 Forest Street to construct a garage. The applicant sought relief from sections 4.5.2, 6.3, and 7.4 of the zoning bylaws due to lot size and shape deficiencies. The applicant presented revised criteria and evidence to support the variance, detailing financial and operational hardships if the garage were relocated or redesigned. The neighbor, who is the abutter, provided verbal and written support for the project. The board discussed the criteria, including potential impacts on neighboring properties and the public good. A motion to grant the variance was made, seconded, and approved.
Variance Granted for 107 Wuburn Street Conversion to Multi-Family Dwelling
The board considered a petition for a variance to convert an existing non-conforming medical office into a multi-family residential dwelling at 107 Wuburn Street. The applicant presented a revised site plan that reconfigured the parking lot, reduced pavement, increased green space, and added a vegetative buffer and privacy fence. The board discussed the conditions of the draft decision, including the new privacy fence and the provision of two affordable units at 60% AMI. The motion to grant the variance was made and seconded, and the vote was in favor.
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