1998-02-19 Zoning Board of Appeals Minutes

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RE( 1A D IERK ~~i rat kd A } $ S s MEMBERS PRESENT: TOWN OF READING ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 19, 1998 STEPHEN TUCKER, CHAIRMAN JOHN COOTE CHRISTOPHER VACCARO JOHN JAREMA i Pa % A meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals was held in the Selectmen's Meeting Room of the Town Hall, 16 Lowell Street, Reading, Massachusetts at 7:OOPM Mr. Tucker swore in, those present that would be addressing the Board this evening. The first Public Hearing was on the petition of Denise Cimino who seeks a Variance under Section 5.1.2. of the Zoning By-Laws in order to construct a front canopy over the entrance area on the property located at 29 Richards Road in Reading, Massachusetts. (Case #98-01) Ms. Lenise Cimino represented herself, and she was the only person present at the hearing. Ms. Cimino requests a Variance in order to construct an overhead canopy over her front entrance. She stated that she purchased the house three years ago and has had continuous problems with water coming down over the front door. Two years ago, she put on a new roof and had the gutters sealed. This has not helped the problem and she has put on a new steel and storm door. She stated that the storm door would have to be replaced. Both her roofer and carpenter told Ms. Cimino that she does not have sufficient overhang. Mr. Jarema explained to Ms. Cimino the criteria needed to obtain a Variance. Ms. Cimino addressed one item, the hardship issue, stating that the new roof cost $4,000 and the new screen door cost over $200, which she now has to replace. Ms. Cimino presented her plans to the Board. The Board discussed the possibility of issuing a finding under Section 6 instead of a Variance. At 7:57PM, a motion was made, seconded and unanimously voted to grant a finding to Denise Cimino, 29 Richards Road, under Section 6 of the Massachusetts General Laws, to allow an extension of the eaves, the proposed canopy over the stoop, which would protect the safety of those entering and existing, which is not to exceed 5' x 6' and it is not to be enclosed. VOTE 3-0 (passed) Ms. Cimino requested to withdraw her request for a Variance without prejudice. At T58PM, a motion was made, seconded and unanimously voted to allow withdrawal without prejudice. VOTE 3-0 (passed) At 8:OOPM, a motion was made and seconded to adjourn, and the Board voted unanimously to do so. VOTE 3-0 (passed) Respectfully submitted by Carolyn Walsh, Recording Secretary to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Signed: Date: Approved: