Newton Board of Appeals
P.O. Box 378
Newton, N.H. 03858
Meeting
May 15, 2007
I. Call to Order
In the absence of Chairman McElroy, Vice-Chairman French called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM.
II. Roll Call
In Attendance were Vice-Chairman Alan French, Dana Allison, Bradley Cardoso, Jack Kozec, and Alternate Charles Melvin. Chairman McElroy and Alternate Ken Pelletier were absent. Minutes were transcribed and typed by Secretary Jeannette Clark.
Mr French made a motion to make Mr Melvin a voting member. Second by Mr Allison. Motion carries.
III. Acceptance of minutes:
A motion was made by Mr Allison to accept the minutes of the April 17, 2007 meeting as written. Second by Mr Kozec. Motion carries.
IV. New business
A. Discussion of the letter of Ned Nichols dealing with the St. Jean property… No member has any knowledge of any waivers or variances for the commercial use of this property which is located in a residential zone. It is not visible from the street, but it is visible from Mr Nichols property.
B. A discussion with Mr DiBartolomeo, Building Inspector for the Town of Newton, was next. Mr French explained the need for dimensions for the closest point be included in the plan. This was definitely to include any overhang, not the foundation. He explained that the Board is wasting much time correcting the plans. Discussion as to whether any other part of the structure (ex. Decks, swimming pools) shouldn’t also be included. Mr DiBartolomeo questioned patio blocks which were placed in poured concrete, driveways… He reminded the Board that his concern was always safety. The Mr DiBartolomeo requested that the Board remind the
Applicants that they need to re-apply for a Building Permit, even if they were granted the variance. Apparently a few had not. Discussion of “Cease and Desist” orders.
C. Discussion of the DTC letter (Town attorneys) on the Nichols file. All agreed that this was now a closed issue.
D. McLane Law Firm inquiry on the property at 85 So. Main St. No one recalled that there were any variances requested or granted on this property.
V. Old Business - none
VI. Adjournment
A motion was made at 8:10 pm by Mr Kozec to adjourn. Second by
Mr Allison. Vote: Unanimous. Motion carries.
Next meeting to be June 19, 2007 at 7:30 pm. Mr Kozec will be away that week.
Respectfully submitted,
Jeannette S. Clark, Secretary
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