03:39The meeting’s central issue revolved around Brendan Lord’s request for a variance from the frontage requirements for his property on Coahons Lane, which is intended for agricultural use and the construction of a single-family dwelling. The property, although sizable at 14.25 acres, lacks the necessary frontage according to Westport’s zoning bylaws, rendering it unbuildable without the variance. Brendan Lord, who was present at the meeting, formally requested a continuance as his representative, Stephen Gio, was unavailable due to a schedule change. The board granted the continuance, rescheduling the hearing to July 9, 2025, and discussed the possibility of conducting a site visit to gain further insight into the property’s conditions. The board decided to defer the site visit until after the next hearing to ensure all information is considered with the legal counsel present.

09:00In addition to the variance discussion, the board revisited the Pine Ridge project. The board is awaiting an updated waiver list from the petitioner, which is expected to be reviewed by their attorney to streamline the decision-making process. The goal is to categorize the waivers into administrative, agreeable, and those requiring further debate. This preparation aims to facilitate more efficient discussions during future meetings, reducing the time spent on less contentious issues.