Westport Zoning Board Grants Administrative Appeal for New Residence on Massa Squatch Road

Overview: The Westport Zoning Board unanimously approved Christopher Dyson’s administrative appeal for the demolition and replacement of a single-family residence on Massa Squatch Road, determining the project would not be substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood. The board decided no variance was necessary after a detailed examination of the zoning bylaws and ample discussion on the potential impacts of the proposed construction.

Bernards Zoning Board Faces Strong Opposition from Residents to Proposed Manufacturing Facility on Allen Road.

Overview: During a recent Bernards Township Zoning Board meeting, a portion of the community expressed opposition to the proposed development of a manufacturing facility on Allen Road. Residents raised concerns about increased truck traffic, environmental impact, and safety, particularly for schoolchildren and pedestrians. The heated discussion primarily focused on the potential risks and disruptions the development could bring to the area.

Bridgewater Zoning Board Deliberates on Privacy Fence Amid Neighbor Dispute

Overview: At the recent Bridgewater Zoning Board meeting, attention was directed towards the contentious application by resident Jesse Chen, who sought a variance for an existing privacy fence at her property on Sunset Ridge. The fence’s height, designed to safeguard privacy from an allegedly intrusive neighbor, became the focal point of the meeting, revealing intricate neighborly dynamics and zoning challenges.

Asbury Park Zoning Board Grapples with Driveway Encroachment and Property Improvement Variances

Overview: The Asbury Park Zoning Board meeting focused on a series of complex property issues, including a significant driveway encroachment concern and various improvement variances for residential properties. Members scrutinized applications that addressed both the practical needs of residents and adherence to zoning regulations, highlighting the balance between personal property enhancements and community standards.

Boston Zoning Board of Appeals: Proposed Five-Unit Development Faces Community Backlash Over Size and Process

Overview: During the Boston Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, a proposed five-unit residential development on Magnolia Street sparked discussion and community opposition. Concerns centered on the project’s size, potential congestion, parking issues, and the community engagement process. The developer had modified the plan multiple times, initially presenting an eight-unit proposal before reducing it to five units in response to feedback from the Boston Planning Department and neighborhood input. Despite these efforts, community members expressed dissatisfaction, citing inadequate communication and unresolved issues.