[Massplanners] Grandfathering

[Gary Ayrassian]

Hello Mr. Thompson,

I didn’t see anything in your description that states or suggests that the lot, use, and/or any structures are pre-existing, non-conforming. Having said that, you are correct; the homeowner must satisfy your town’s current minimum applicable yard setback requirements. Of course they may apply for a variance.

Hope this helps.

Regards,

Gary

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Gary G. Ayrassian, Director

Department of Planning & Development 

City of Attleboro | City Hall - Government Center | 

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From: MassPlanners <massplanners-bounces at masscptc.org> On Behalf Of Jon Thompson via MassPlanners (massplanners at masscptc.org)
Sent: Thursday, August 15, 2024 12:34 PM
To: massplanners at masscptc.org
Subject: [Massplanners] Grandfathering

 

Greetings planners,

 

I am involved with a homeowner who would like to build a garage as a detached accessory structure.  The house was built in 1986, our zoning has subsequently changed, side setbacks have increased to 25’ from 15’.  This homeowner contends that the old setbacks should apply to this property.

 

I can’t find anything that says setbacks in place at the time of the original lot creation remain with the lot forever.

 

I’d appreciate any help you can provide.

 

Jon Thompson 

Chair, Shutesbury Zoning Board of Appeals 

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