Amber Grant

Beacon Zoning Board of Appeals Regular Meeting

The board discussed a variance application for a property located at 12 Howland Avenue, specifically regarding a proposed driveway extension. The applicant requested to extend the existing driveway into the backyard, noting that the property already has a pre-existing non-conforming setback. The board considered the feasibility of achieving the desired parking configuration without requiring a variance, the impact on neighborhood character, potential retaining wall construction, and environmental impacts. The discussion emphasized whether the extension would be substantial and if alternative layouts could meet the applicant's goal without needing further variances.