Zoning Board of Appeals
Regular MeetingSalem, MA · September 20, 2017
Minutes
City of Salem Board of Appeals
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
A meeting of the Salem Board of Appeals (“Salem BOA”) was held on Wednesday, September 20,
2017 in the third floor conference room at 120 Washington Street, Salem, Massachusetts at 6:30 p.m.
Chair Curran calls the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
ROLL CALL
Those present were: Chair Rebecca Curran, Peter Copelas, Tom Watkins, Mike Duffy, Jimmy
Tsitsinos, and Paul Viccica. Those not present were: James Hacker (Alternate). Also in attendance:
Tom St. Pierre - Building Commissioner, Erin Schaeffer - Staff Planner, and Colleen Brewster – Recorder.
REGULAR AGENDA
Project A continuation of a public hearing for a petition requesting a
Comprehensive Permit pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 40B, Section 20-23 to
construction multi-family housing.
The Board will discuss the following:
• Civil and Traffic Peer Review Responses
• Discussion and respond to ZBA comments from the June 28, 2017
meeting
• Review and Discussion on Board and Commission comments
Applicant NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP.
Location 34 PEABODY STREET, 47 LEAVITT STREET, AND 39
PALMER STREET (Map 43 Lots 384, 136, 155)
Atty. Scott Grover of Tinti, Quinn, Grover & Frey, 27 Congress Street, Suite 414, Salem, MA 01970,
was present. Atty. Grover stated that the application deadline for funding from the DHCD has been
changed so they requested a continuance to the November 15, 2017 regularly scheduled meeting.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Copelas makes a motion to continue to the November 15, 2017
regularly scheduled meeting. The motion is seconded by Mr. Watkins. The vote was
unanimous with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A continuation of a public hearing for a petition requesting a Special
Permit per Sec. 3.1 Principal Uses, to allow an indoor commercial
recreational use including puzzle room and virtual reality experiences. The
petitioner is also requires Variances for relief from Sec. 3.3.4 Variance
Required to allow less than the required setbacks and Sec. 5.1.8 Table of
Required Parking Spaces to allow less than the required number of parking
spaces.
Applicant ALEXIS ABARE
Location 1 JEFFERSON AVE (Map 25 Lot 649)(I Zoning District)
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy makes a motion to accept the Applicants request to continue to
the October 18, 2017 regularly scheduled meeting. The motion is seconded by Mr. Watkins.
The vote was unanimous with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A public hearing for a petition requesting a Special Permit per Sec. 3.1.2
Table of Uses, to allow a historic carriage house to be converted into a
dwelling unit.
Applicant AL SNAPE
Location 108 JACKSON STREET (Map 25, Lot 390)(B-4 Zoning District)
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy makes a motion to accept the Applicants request to continue to
the October 18, 2017 regularly scheduled meeting. The motion is seconded by Mr. Watkins.
The vote was unanimous with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A public hearing for a petition requesting a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.2
Nonconforming Uses, to change non-conforming use from a building with
two (2) residential units and one (1) commercial unit to three (3) residential
units.
Applicant 3 UNIT CONDO CONVERSION LLC
Location 19 NORTH STREET (Map 26 Lot 493)(R-2 Zoning District)
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy makes a motion to accept the Applicants request to continue to
the October 18, 2017 regularly scheduled meeting. The motion is seconded by Mr. Watkins.
The vote was unanimous with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A continuation of a public hearing for a petition requesting a Special
Permit per Sec. 3.3.5 Nonconforming Structures, to add a 24’ x 24’ garage
to the rear of the existing residential structure, remove exiting garage, and
relocate R.O.W.
Applicant MATTHEW KEANE
Location 414 LAFAYETTE STREET (Map 32, Lot 169)(R-1 Zoning District)
Documents and Exhibitions
• Application dated June 27, 2017and supporting documentation
Atty. John Keilty of 40 Lowell Street, #22, Peabody, MA was present and representing the owner
Matthew Keane.
Atty. Keilty stated that the existing garage will be demolished and a new 24’x24’ garage addition will
be attached to the rear of the existing building so that the garage is no longer within the rear yard
setback. The rear property neighbor will still have access her premises. The plan dated May 23,
2017 created by North Shore Survey has notes indicating that; the exiting garage will be demolished,
the right-of-way will be on the left-hand side of the property, and the new driveway will be straight.
The 24’x24’ attached garage requires a special permit. Since the last iteration his client has had three
meetings with the neighbors and all but one abutter has indorsed the revised project and supports
the variance request. Atty. Keilty stated that the property is now owner occupied, an attached garage
will create a 15’ year yard, and the proposed garage will be two stories but the second floor will not
be used as a residence. Revised plans have been filed and a height variance is not needed since the
addition will now be attached to the existing structure. Atty. Keilty noted that one neighbor
submitted a letter and the applicant has submitted a rebuttal statement that will also be entered into
the evidence.
Chair Curran – asked if the railing on top of the addition is a deck. Mr. Keane replied no, the railing
is decorative and was added at the neighbor’s request.
Chair Curran – asked if the existing façade was vinyl. Mr. Keane replied yes and the new façade will
also be vinyl.
Chair Curran – questioned the size comparison of the garage to be demolished to the 24’x24’
proposed garage. Atty. Keilty replied that they were always proposed a large two car garage and the
plot plans submitted show the existing garage at different sizes.
Chair Curran – asked if the second floor and stairway egress were being replaced. Keane replied yes
and it will be relocated to the same egress door as the first floor, on the side of the house and it will
not impede on a neighbors view.
Chair Curran – asked if the structure will remain a two-family. Mr. Keane replied yes.
Mr. Viccica – stated that it is hard to evaluate with drawing that are not to scale, asked if there was
enough parking for 2 units, and suggested that the third floor could be used as a roof deck which
will be an issue and adding a railing may encourage the space to be used as a deck. The plot plan
needs to be to scale and showing curb cut and driveway, proposed changes, the roof ridge line of
exist building in relation to its neighbors, and plans of new 2nd floor to show how it marries into the
existing building. Mr. Copelas added that the railing location isn’t indicated or the garage doors.
The plans provided aren’t clear.
Chair Curran opens public comment.
Fabio Bardini, 416 Lafayette Street. Concerned that the height of the addition will obstruct their
view, a reduction in their property value and the property no longer looking like it belongs in an R-1
zone. Half of property will have blacktop which will create a lot of water fun off and there is already
enough space to park 6-8 cars. The heights of neighboring garages are between 10-14 feet high.
Didn't request railings and suggested that the area of the railings could become a usable 3rd floor.
Noted that Mr. Keane can move if he wants to and it will no longer be owner occupied. The
proposed changes are not in conformity with the neighboring properties. It will obstruct their view
from the side of the house.
Chair Curran – noted that a peaked roof possibly with dormers to the garage would decrease its
massive look. Its use is unspecified and it is a non-conforming structure that already seems large.
Chair Curran – noted that the plan changes would need to be recorded prior to the issuance of a
building permit. The plan should show the existing and proposed driveway and that you are utilizing
the exist curb cut. Mr. Viccica – added that the ridgeline of roof, floor plan of the 2nd floor and
indicating its use, railing, and 3rd floor access should also be shown. Mr. Tsitsinos – added that a
gable end would be more attractive. Mr. Keane noted that the only access to the third floor is from
within the 2nd floor unit, it is designed like a townhouse, and noted that the second floor above the
garage will have no walls and there will be no access from the second floor unit to the second floor
of the garage.
St. Pierre – added that a deck would need a relief from the Board of Appeals. Atty Keilty replied
that the applicant would have no issue with a condition that no roof deck be added.
Chair Curran – suggested that a list of items needed to be shown be added to the ZBA website.
Kristin Lewis - 416 Lafayette Street. Concerned for the neighborhood and that an addition will
make this existing non-conforming structure extremely different from the neighborhood. The
footprint of the house is large for the property size, and the grandfathered garage is 1/3 the size and
the proposed is six times the volume. She noted that garages in the area are smaller and one story
and she suggested that photos of neighboring garages be submitted for comparison. Questioned
why the applicant needs such a large garage.
Betsy Mary - 413 Lafayette Street. Noted that the applicant is a great neighbor, he’s been fixing up
the building and resides there, some of the neighbors are his family members, and he has some large
items to store. The existing garage is an eyesore, Matthew has accommodated the neighborhood
concerns, and this approval will be for the overall good for the neighborhood despite that fact that
this is not what Mr. Bardini wants.
Steve Dibble, Ward 7 City Councilor. Requests that the proposed right-away also be shown on the
plan that gets recorded at the Registry of Deeds. Mr. Keane replied that he is reversing the driveway
layout and will show the right of way however the rear neighbors want it shown.
Chair Curran opens public comment.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy makes a motion to continue to the next regularly scheduled
October 18th meeting. The motion is seconded by Mr. Watkins. The vote was unanimous
with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A public hearing for a petition requesting a Special Permit per Sec. 3.0 Table
of Uses, to allow a microbrewery with a testing room and outdoor seating
area.
Applicant EACH REGIMENT BEER CO.
Location 30 CHURCH STREET (Map 35, Lot 445)(B-5 Zoning District)
Documents and Exhibitions
• Application dated July 25, 2017and supporting documentation
Atty. Scott Grover of Tinti, Quinn, Grover & Frey, 27 Congress Street, Suite 414, Salem, MA 01970,
was present. Owner Scott Perry, part owner of East Regiment Beer Company (Massachusetts Bay
Colony Brewers Company) and owner of the building since May 2016 was also present.
Atty. Grover stated that his client is proposing to install a microbrewery in the basement and it is an
allowed use with a Special Permit if there is a tasting room. The proposed tasting room will be an
outdoor seating area on an outside deck. The seating location is proposed in an area that is owned
by the SRA, whom he met with last week. The area will be in the planting strip that is next to the
public walkway. The applicant will welcome ZBA approval that is conditional upon approval by the
SRA, but without a use approval there is no project. The proposed seating area will be reviewed by
the DRB before going back to the SRA for approval.
Atty. Grover stated that allowing this establishment in this area with its proximity to the parking lot,
the train, and the rest of the downtown create benefits that outweigh any adverse effects. This
would have a positive impact on the area and be good for downtown.
Chair Curran – Asked if there will be a new unit in Basement. Atty. Grover replied that the
basement space will be built-out.
Mr. Perry noted that there will be no handicapped use in Basement and they will ramp up into the
building for access to the newly renovated accessible toilet rooms at Nick’s Firehouse Restaurant. A
4 season awning is proposed and the SRA continued the discussion to review more detailed plans
and samples. Atty Grover added that the awning will have sides and heaters which are not shown in
the sketch submitted.
Mr. Viccica – asked what would happen to the production space if the SRA were to say they could
no longer use the space. Atty Grover replied that the production could survive but the special
permit requires a tasting room. The owners would need to have a plan B. The SRA’s main concern
with granting the easement was if the business didn't success. If that were to happen the applicant
would remove the awning cover, wood deck, and re-install the planting bed. The two trees being
removed would be replaced.
Chair Curran – asked how many seats were proposed and their hours of operation. Mr. Perry
replied 40 seats and 3PM-11PM, but 12PM to 12AM at the latest. Atty. Grover noted that he has
spoken with the City Solicitor and because a more permanent arrangement is needed this is more
than a sidewalk cafe license. Approval by the is in process Mr. Perry noted that he has registered
with the FDA and received a federal brewers license and a farmer breweries which is granted by the
Alcohol Beverage Control Commission (ABCC) have had their inspector inspect the building has
reviewed the building; however, their decision is pending until local approval is received.
Ms. Schaeffer – asked what their business hours would be. Mr. Perry replied 6AM – 12AM although
their operations would occur in the basement and not in a public area. Mr. Perry noted that the
building is operation 24 hours a day since Salem Taxi is one of their tenants.
Mr. Copelas – asked where delivery would be made. Mr. Perry replied through the stairs but their
right of way is on far side of building closer to the district court building. Atty. Grover added that
the SRA created a right-of-way so loading/unloading won't have an adverse impact with trucks
stopped on Church Street.
Chair Curran – asked how many square feet were in the basement. Mr. Kerry replied approximately
1,600 SF and only kegging will take place on site.
Mr. Watkins – noted that noise level might be an issue for the neighboring housing complex and the
awning would help curb the noise. Mr. Perry replied that the building is over 500 feet away and 40
people wouldn’t generate a large noise level and music they play wouldn’t be loud.
Chair Curran – asked what the outdoor square footage would be. Mr. Perry replied approximately
900 SF. Atty. Grover added that the area would be 10-15 feet in depth and deck at the neighboring
residences have their decked on the back of building and the awning would help mitigate any sound.
Chair Curran opens public comment.
Louis Harvey, 11 Church Street. Noted that the area is lively at night, the Church Street parking lot
is noisy at night and the police are there often. Trash gets placed in the dumpster regularly in the
middle of the night which is also noisy. A tent won't eliminate the noise that will be generated. The
tent looks too narrow and as the building owner it makes more sense to take over the building and
make it a pub. Noted that there are already two other breweries in the City. Mr. Perry replied that if
they were to expand they would keep the proposed tasting room and brew additional beer off-site.
Loretta Clarity, 11 Church Street. Noted that she is routinely 3AM she is awaked by the sound of
trash being dumped. Mr. Perry replied that his tenants are not the ones dumping trash at that hour
and their grains will be repurposed not thrown into a dumpster.
Chair Curran – asked for a description of how a tasting room works. Mr. Perry replied that a tasting
room can only sell product they make, from 12oz. to 64 oz. to go jugs, and all servers will be
ServSafe certified for responsible alcohol-service practices to know when to stop serving alcohol.
Chair Curran – asked if they will serve food. Mr. Perry replied no, but they will allow patrons to
order food and have it delivered similar to other local establishments.
Steven Lovely, 14 Story Street, Ward 3 Councilor. He has met Mr. Perry, noticed that the proposed
area is in need of care and upkeep and the proposal will do that. Noted that the City Council has
expanded their regulations for breweries. He believes that Mr. Perry is excited about starting this
business and admires his ambition and desire to invest in Salem.
Chair Curran – asked if the awning would be secured overnight. Mr. Perry replied that the taps will
be caged overnight, the tables and chairs will be locked together, and the awning will be locked up
will have a solid door.
Mr. Duffy – asked for clarification regarding trash disposal. Mr. Perry replied that trash will be
stored inside in small bins and a company will be hired to remove it. Could get an agreement to
utilize the back alleyway between the two buildings where there neighbors store theirs.
Ms. Harvey asked if the used grain has an odor and asked if the water usage needed to complete the
beer making process was a concern to the city. Mr. Perry replied that a vent hood will be installed in
the basement which will vent to the outside and the grains will be contained inside until they are
removed, but the odor generated is not a foul one.
Mr. Viccica – asked if the existing vent stack would be utilized. Mr. Perry replied that an existing
water heater in the basement utilized a portion of the stack but they could tap into the 3 story stack
space because they will be venting steam and natural gas fumes. Water is the biggest expense and it
is important to them to conserve it and the water chiller system they are designing will do that.
William LeGault, 2 Orne Street. Noted that Notch Brewery is a larger brewery and the grain scent is
only noticeable from within the brewery and there have been no complaints from the neighbors and
there is no noise involved with the brewing operation.
Chair Curran closes public comment.
Mr. Duffy – noted that it’s a disabled veteran owned building and the neighbors’ concerns can be
mitigated.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Viccica makes a motion to approve the petition for a Special Permit
per Sec. 3.0 Table of Uses, to allow a microbrewery with a testing room and outdoor seating
area subject to the following special conditions; SRA approval, no live entertainment be
allowed on the premises, deliveries on the right of way not Church Street, their public hours
of operation shall be from 12PM-12AM 7 days a week and their operational hour shall follow
the city ordinance, grain removal to occur daily and to not be stored outside, and the
petitioner must return to the SRA if they choose to expand. The motion is seconded by Mr.
Copelas. The vote was unanimous with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A public hearing for a petition requesting a Special Permit requesting relief
from Sec. 3.3.5 Nonconforming Single and Two Family Structures Uses of the
Salem Zoning Ordinance, to allow a 22’x22’ one story addition
construction within the side yard setback.
Applicant SILVIA SOUZA
Location 44 Irving Street (Map 17, Lot 2)(R-2 Zoning District)
Documents and Exhibitions
• Application dated August 28, 2017 and supporting documentation
Gregory Z. was present to discuss the project. Ms. Souza, co-owner, was also present.
Mr. Z state that he and his sister-in-law want to put an addition on the house to add on a second
bedroom to the first floor. The house is a two-family but the first floor unit only has one bedroom.
Chair asked if they will demolish the rear addition and replace it with a 22’x22’ addition with a flat
roof. Gregory replied yes, it will line up with the foundation, and the new roof will be approximately
9 feet high and under an existing window, and there will be no deck above.
Chair Curran – noted that it will be less non-conforming. Gregory replied yes, it will have a 20-21
foot depth.
Chair Curran – asked if the addition will eliminate any parking. Gregory replied no, the parking will
remain the same.
Mr. Copelas – asked if there will be an egress to the outside. Gregory replied that the architect will
determine what will work best.
Chair Curran – asked what the existing siding material is and if the addition would match it.
Gregory replied vinyl, to match the vinyl that was done before they bought the house.
Mr. Viccica – asked where the cars get parked. Gregory replied 3, the existing tandem parking layout
will not change and the wide entrance stair will be reduced slightly so two cars can also park side by
side.
Chair Curran opens public comment.
Barbara Oseca, 3 Harrod Street (rear abutter). Asked how far the addition would extend into the
backyard. Greg replied 18" past the edge of stone wall, 22 feet out from the end of the house.
Mr. Viccica – asked if there were parking spaces behind the existing addition. Gregory replied he
believes the 8-9 foot wide concrete pad was previously used for parking.
Patricia Caspers, 45 Irving Street. Questioned the recent additional vehicles parked on the street
with limited parking. Gregory replied that his workman’s truck was only parked on the street
because a dumpster was in the driveway but their vehicles will park in their driveway.
Chair Curran – asked if the front stairway would be changed. Gregory replied that a new narrower
stair with a railing will be installed.
Mr. Viccica – stated that a plot plan that show driveways, curb cuts, etc. need to be provided. Chair
– added that their architect needs to provide plans showing; entrances, roof pitch, ridgeline,
driveway, curb cut, and the demolition of the stairway to improve parking access. Mr. Viccica –
suggested that a gable end roof be installed instead of a flat roof to add storage, and suggests a
20’x20’ addition with the end offset 1 foot from the corner, as well as an updated plot plan with
parking for further review.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Watkins makes a motion to continue to the next regularly scheduled
October 18th meeting. The motion is seconded by Mr. Duffy.
Project A public hearing for a petition requesting a Variance for relief from the
provisions of Sec. 5.1.1 (c) Parking Design, to exceed the maximum allowable
curb cut width.
Applicant MICHAEL and ANGELA DIRUZZA
Location 13 GREENLAWN AVE. (Map 8 Lot 113)(R-1 Zoning District)
Documents and Exhibitions
• Application dated August 24, 2017 and supporting documentation
Michael Diruzza, 13 Greenlawn Avenue, was present to discuss the project.
Mr. Diruzza stated that they want to extend the width of their driveway width from 20 feet to 30
feet, on the left side to fit a 4th car and remove an 8 foot piece of curb and sidewalk. Mr. Copelas –
replied that eliminating a street spot for the applicants’ convenience is not a legal reason to grant a
variance.
Chair Curran – asked if a street parking spot would be eliminated. Mr. Diruzza replied yes; however,
the street is tight to park on and the vehicle that parks in that street spot lives on their property.
Chair Curran – I do not know the existing topography of this property. What is the topography of
the front yard?
Mr. Diruzza replied that there is a 1 foot slope on that location.
Chair Curran- requested that the applicant look at keeping the existing curbcut and adding a parking
area in the front yard to the left of the existing driveway area.
Mrs. Angela Diruzza, 13 Greenlawn Avenue, added that cars parked on the street can be in the way
of delivery trucks, emergency vehicles, and during snow emergencies there will be no roof for
another vehicle, and the street spot is in front of their land.
Ms. Schaeffer – noted that a street tree may be impacted. Mr. Diruzza replied that an extended
driveway will only become 8 feet closer to the tree.
Mr. Copelas – stated that widening the driveway and eliminating a street spot is problematic.
Mr. Duffy – The legal standard is a concern and the board will need measurements and more
information to review. An angled area off their existing driveway could be done without eliminating
a street space.
Mrs. Diruzza stated that the neighbors are in favor and haven't had an issue with eliminating a street
space.
Mr. Copelas – stated that the three (3) criteria for a Variance are not met.
Chair Curran – suggested that the hearing be continued until a proposed plan could be generated.
Mr. Copelas – noted that the plan must show the existing driveway, tree, existing curb cut, and the
proposed curb cut. Copelas also requested a more detailed narrative than provided.
St. Pierre – noted that a smaller curb cut could accommodate the angled parking scheme and it
wouldn't take an entire space on the street.
Chair Curran opens public comment.
No one in the assembly wished to speak.
Chair Curran closes public comment.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy makes a motion to accept the Applicants request to
continuation to the October 18, 2017 regularly scheduled meeting. The motion is seconded
by Mr. Watkins. The vote was unanimous with six (6) in favor and none (0) opposed.
Project A public hearing for a petition requesting a Special Permit per Sec. 3.3.3
Nonconforming Single and Two-Family Structures to allow the construction of a
7’x14’ porch at the rear of the carriage house within the side yard setback.
Applicant DANIEL ZANDALL and PHILLIP GILLESPIE
Location 35 CHESTNUT STREET (Map 25 Lot 2433)(R-1 Zoning District)
Mr. Viccica recuses himself.
Documents and Exhibitions
• Application dated August 29, 2017 and supporting documentation
Mr. Jeff Grinnell, Contractor, was present to discuss the project. Jeff stated that they have a 13’ x
42’ deck that they want to extend another 42” and add an egress stair. The building is built on
property the line and the deck will come in 1 foot on both sides from the edge of the building.
Chair Curran – asked if the shingled. Mr. Grinnell replied that the shingles were removed and they
repaired the clapboards.
Mr. Copelas – asked about the use. Mr. Grinnell replied the 1 bedroom carriage house is a rental
property and that will remain its use. Mr. Grinnell noted that the project has received approval for
by Historic Commission.
Chair Curran opens public comment.
No one in the assembly wished to speak.
Chair Curran closes public comment.
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy makes a motion to approve the petition for a Special Permit per
Sec. 3.3.3 Nonconforming Single and Two-Family Structures to allow the construction of a
7’x14’ porch at the rear of the carriage house within the side yard setback. The mot ion is
seconded by Mr. Tsitsinos. The vote was unanimous with five (5) in favor and none (0)
opposed.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
No minutes to review.
OLD/NEW BUSINESS
Review and vote to approve amendments to ZBA Rules and Regulations
Mr. Schaeffer – stated that the suggestions for amendments were reviewed. Beth Rennard,
Esq., Salem City Solicitor, has not reviewed it. Chair Curran – noted that she wants to make
sure they are asking for everything they need. The Board members discussed items to
include. St. Pierre – noted that his office will formalize denial process by Building Inspector
and will explain why and the Historic Commission will also need a denial letter first.
Ms. Schaeffer – suggested that electronic submissions be allowed. Mr. Copelas – stated that
he would prefer both. St. Pierre – noted that whether electronic is allowed would be a legal
question.
Ms. Schaeffer – suggested that ‘architectural drawings’ be required for new structure and
additions that will affect existing building footprint and minor alterations could be a hand-
drawn plan. Mr. Viccica – suggested that the term ‘drawings’ be used because an architect
isn’t always necessary to create drawings. Mr. St. Pierre – suggested that the drawings be
called ‘scaled’ because 1 and 2 family houses require simpler drawings but 3 families require
more elaborate drawings, and suggests that Mr. Viccica help with the language. Mr. Duffy –
noted that hand drawn plans for 1 & 2 families are allowed and appeals should require better
quality drawings.
Mr. Schaeffer – suggested that elevations, dimensions, proposed materials, exposed
foundations are included. Mr. Viccica – suggested that median grades also be included.
St. Pierre – suggested that streetscapes in relation to neighboring buildings. Viccica – noted
that photographs from all four sides could also be used. Chair Curran – noted that Plot Plan
should show the line of abutters. Ms. Schaeffer – added that curb cut requests should
provide certified plot plans showing exist curb cut, proposed curb cut, street trees, hydrants,
and any other sidewalk structures. St. Pierre – noted that plot plans showing existing and
new curb cuts can be done by Civil Engineers at a lesser cost to the applicant than a Land
Surveyor; however, certified plot plans can only be provided by Land Surveyors. Ms.
Schaeffer – noted that boundaries between public and private parcels should also be shown
and alterations within 2 feet of the property lines already require a certified plot plan.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion and Vote: Mr. Duffy made a motion to adjourn the September 20 2017 regular
meeting of the Salem Board of Appeals, seconded by Mr. Watkins, and the vote was
unanimous with six (6) favor and none (0) opposed.
The meeting ends at 9:00 PM.
For actions where the decisions have not been fully written into these minutes, copies of the
decisions have been posted separately by address or project at:
http://salem.com/Pages/SalemMA_ZoningAppealsMin/
Respectfully submitted,
Erin Schaeffer, Staff Planner
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