Summary
A homeowner wants to convert her existing garage into an accessory apartment and keep a 20-year-old shed that sits 1.9 feet from the property line. The board granted the relief but the apartment must still meet the town's ADU rules, including owner occupancy.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
No town cost; affects one residential property's compliance obligations.
The Newton Avenue homeowner gains legal status for her shed and a path to a rental apartment on her property.
Potentially the adjoining neighbor whose property line abuts one of the sheds, if relief is granted.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Board of Appeals - Jul 9, 2026
A homeowner wants to legalize a pergola and three sheds — one right on the property line — in a front yard where accessory structures aren't allowed. The case is stuck until the building department answers an impervious surface coverage question that could require additional relief.
Zoning Board of Appeals - Mar 26, 2026
A homeowner wants to convert her existing garage into an accessory apartment and keep a 20-year-old shed that sits 1.9 feet from the property line. The board granted the relief but the apartment must still meet the town's ADU rules, including owner occupancy.
Related development
Legalize Pergola and Three Sheds – 735 Manor Lane
The case is on hold a month; the homeowner must fix her paperwork and repost legal notice before the board will consider relief.
Appeal No. 2026-003 – Addition to Accessory Structure & Legalize Shed
Minimal visible change to the neighborhood, but the paperwork has to be fixed before the board can decide.
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