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Hopkinton Board Approves Russo’s Variance for Lakefront Home Addition
- Meeting Overview:
The Hopkinton Select Board recently granted a special permit and variance to homeowners Paul and Jennifer Russo, allowing them to proceed with additions to their lakefront property that do not meet current setback requirements. The board’s decision enables the Russos to construct a mudroom and expanded deck on their pre-existing non-conforming lot.
The Russos’ property, located on Duffield Road in a residential lakefront district, presented unique challenges due to its shape and size, which do not conform to current zoning bylaws. The homeowners sought relief from sideyard setback regulations that require a minimum of 25 feet. The board approved a variance permitting the setback to be reduced to 19.4 feet for the mudroom and 19.7 feet for the deck. During the presentation, the representative emphasized that the proposed additions would not be substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood than the existing structure.
The board deliberated on whether the proposed changes met the necessary findings under the town’s zoning bylaw. After confirming that the plans would adhere to these guidelines, the board moved to approve the variance.
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
05/28/2025
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Recording Published:
05/28/2025
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Duration:
18 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Middlesex County
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Towns:
Hopkinton
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