Contentious Variance Denial Highlights Fall River Zoning Board Meeting

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.

Fall River Zoning Board Faces Community Backlash Over Duplex Proposal and Debates Significant Variances

Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals convened to address several contentious zoning applications, with the most notable discussion centered on a proposed residential development by Tetro Real Estate LLC. The proposal involved dividing a parcel on Mis Street into three lots to include two duplexes, drawing significant opposition from local residents concerned about altering the neighborhood’s single-family character. The board also addressed a high-profile project to convert a historic building into 68 residential units, sparking discussions over parking and infrastructure.

Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals Rejects High-Density Housing Amidst Community Concerns Over Parking and Safety

Overview: During the Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals meeting held on November 21, 2024, a debate unfolded over a proposed multifamily residential project on a dilapidated lot, ultimately leading to the rejection of a request for zoning variances due to community opposition. The board also considered several other petitions seeking variances and special permits for property developments, with some receiving approval and others postponed for future discussion.

Fall River Zoning Board Faces Community Pushback on Multi-Family Housing Proposals

Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals tackled several contentious issues in their recent meeting, with the most focus on proposals for multi-family housing developments. These proposals elicited strong reactions from community members concerned about neighborhood congestion, parking shortages, and the impact on local character.

Fall River Zoning Board Approves Garage Apartments Despite Height and Parking Concerns

Overview: The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit and variance for the development of two single-bedroom apartments above a pre-existing non-conforming garage on Alden Street despite discussions regarding height and parking issues. The decision was part of a meeting that also saw approvals for other significant zoning changes, including the conversion of historic and residential properties and the relocation of a long-standing tattoo parlor.