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- Bristol County
- 7/17/25
- 07/18/2025
- 203 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on July 17, 2025, was dominated by discussions over a proposal by Rock View LLC to convert a historic convent and carriage house into residential apartments. Despite modifications to reduce the number of units and alter parking configurations, the proposal faced significant opposition from residents concerned about its impact on the historic district and neighborhood character.
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- Bristol County
- 6/26/25
- 06/28/2025
- 172 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals convened to address several significant petitions concerning residential and commercial developments, providing approvals for key projects while navigating concerns related to parking, safety, and zoning compliance. Among the most noteworthy decisions was the approval of a special permit and variance for a mixed-use development on South Main Street, as well as the deliberation over a variance request for a proposed residential duplex on Roth Street.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 4/17/25
- 04/18/2025
- 153 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals meeting addressed several issues, with the proposal for a seasonal bar and food truck venue in a commercial mill district drawing attention. The application, presented by attorney Jeffrey Maderas on behalf of Kyra Okonnell, outlined plans for a seasonal entertainment venue, raising questions about zoning compliance, parking adequacy, and neighborhood impact.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 2/20/25
- 02/21/2025
- 91 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals meeting, debate centered around a proposed mixed-use development on Bedford Street. The project, requiring variances and special permits, seeks to construct a building with ground-level commercial space and 52 residential units above. While the project received support from Bristol County Economic Development Consultants, emphasizing its potential positive impact and alignment with city revitalization goals, board members raised concerns about parking, traffic implications, and the necessity for variances.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 1/16/25
- 01/17/2025
- 58 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals tackled various variance requests, including a controversial petition prompting public opposition and ultimately resulting in denial. The board also approved requests to convert a single-family home into a two-family dwelling and to divide lots for new residential construction, while granting a variance extension for a landscape company due to planning delays.