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The board reviewed and approved several dimensional variance requests. These included an application for the construction of a single-family dwelling on a lot not serviced by a public street, a variance for a deck expansion into a rear setback, and a variance for a greenhouse addition. An initial request for a pergola addition was withdrawn from consideration by the applicants.
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The town council convened to discuss a motion to enter an executive session for the purpose of addressing matters related to collective bargaining and pending litigation in accordance with state general law.
The council meeting included an executive session regarding DPW contracts and pensions, followed by the approval of consent agenda items. The Town Administrator provided reports on community services, including curbside transfer and yard waste schedules, upcoming community engagement sessions, the police department's new traffic safety grant, and planned maintenance work on the Mount Hope Bridge. The Council approved an appointment to the Juvenile Hearing Board. The main business discussion focused on reviewing the current Short-Term Rental Ordinance, with the Planning Department comparing Portsmouth's regulations to neighboring communities and discussing potential policy enhancements, such as new occupancy limits and requirements for dedicated off-street parking.
The board discussed the status of the Elm Street Portsmouth Heights project, granting an extension to finalize homeowners association agreements. Legal counsel provided an update on the ongoing lawsuit initiated by the town against the State of Rhode Island regarding the state-level takeover of local zoning and planning authorities under the Affordable Housing Acts. Additionally, the administrative officer reported on recent administrative subdivisions and the status of an appeal to the Supreme Court regarding the Carlone subdivision. The board also reviewed road design standards with input from the Fire Department.
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