HomeMy Public PortalAboutApplication_201502171550569078PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
tea°" Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals
149 Main Street
Watertown, MA 0247
(617) 972.6427
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Case Number: Notice to Applicant: An application may be denied for outstanding
taxes or charges to the Town (Watertown Ordinance, Cl 'ter
❑ Fees received: XYII). Upon deeming the submittal complete, the application will Town Clerk Stamp
be stamped/filed at the Town Clerk's office by DCD&P Staff, Required
❑ Complete submittal: X Date:
Town Treasurer's Approval (As required by Cli. 40, Secaon 57)
Site Address: 14/16 Morse Street, Watertown MA
List application requests below:
Special Permit (SP) Variance (V) 8
Site Plan Review (SR) SP/SR
Special(SPF)
Fora almGranted 1970
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SR (Site Plan Review) meeting date, if required:
Parcel ID #s:
Zoning District: T- 2Family District
Petitioner(s):Margaret E.Cloherty, R.E.
Phone: 617.924.2665
Address: 14/16 Morse Street, Watertown MA
Email:
Signature(s):
Date: 2/10/15
Owner(s): Same as above
Phone:
Address:
Email:
Signature(s): -
Date:
Agent:
Phone/Email:
Other Contacts:
Phone/Email:
The Petitioner must be the fee simple owner or hold sufficient "interest" in the subject property (in which case evidence lout be pro-
vided as to the nature of the property interest and the fee owner shall co-sign this application. For legal entities Stich as corporations,
LLC, etc, list the type and legal status of ownership, the name of Inisteesloffrcer members, their affiliation and contact information..
Applicable Sections of Zoning Ordinance (Speck Section(s) of the ZONING ORDINANCEfrom which relief is sought):
Section 5.02 Home Occupation
Brief description of the project as it relates to the zoning relief requested —Include existing dimensions, proposed dimensions,
and any non -conformities that exist:
Filing for a Special Permit Amendment which was issued/granted in 1970 for a Home Occupation, The Permit stipulated hours of
operation at 14 Morse Street on Saturdays from 9am-IOpm. This petition is requesting to amend the days and hours to: Tuesday
through Saturday 9am-5:30pm. This would allow the flexibility for patients seeking service. All other conditions from the original
permit would remain. Thank you for your consideration.
THIS APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON TO THE ZONING OFFICE
Ae ZONING ORDINANCE can be found online at
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® Signed Applications (3 original & 17 copies) IN
❑ Written Supporting Statement (20 Copies)
® Release/Indemnification Waiver (1 copy signed)
® Newspaper Billing Authorization Form (1 copy signed)
❑ Any additional information relevant for review
Full Set of Plans, collated (20 Copies and PDF version)
1. Certified Plot Plan (for all applications)
2. Architectural Drawings (Floor, Elevations, etc. if applicable)
3. Grading/Drainage Plan (if applicable)
4. Roof Plan (if applicable)
5. Parking/Circulation Plan (if applicable)
6. Landscape Plan (if applicable) -
7. Site Utility Plan (if applicable)
8. Lighting Plan (if applicable)
NOTE: THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED "COMPLETE" UNLESS ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS
ARE SUBMITTED.
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Data Required Existing Proposed Staff Comments
A. Use (Article V, WZO)
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B. Dwelling Units
C. Lot Size
D. Front Yard Setback
E. Rear Yard Setback
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F. Side Yard Setback (left)
G. Side Yard Setback (right)
H. Building Coverage
I. Impervious Coverage
J. Height/# of Stories
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K. Lot Area per Unit
L. Gross Floor Area
M. Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
N. Open Space
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THIS APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED IN PERSON TO THE ZONING OFFICE ON THE 2ND FLOOR
OF THE TOWN ADMINISTRATION BUILDING.
7be ZONING ORDR9ANCE can be found online at. %""v.wuenmvn-ma.eov
Petition for Special Permit Finding(s) Sec. 4.06 (a) (project must meet the following criterion)
1. Is the proposed change substantially mor detrimental than the existing nonconforming use, structure, or building to the
neighborhood? YES/NO Explain why.
Petition for Special Perm it(s)/Amendment Sec. 9.05 (b) (project must meet all of the following criteria)
1. Is the subject site an appropriate location for such use, structure, and/or condition? YES/NO, Explain.
Yes. The site is the primary residence of Ms. Cloherty and the Home Occupation is an Accessory Use to the primary residence. A
Special Permit was issued in 1970 where a finding had already been made that the site is appropriate for a Home Occupation use.
2. Will the proposed use/structures adversely affect the neighborhood? YES/NO, Explain. .
No. The existing Home Occupation has been operating since 1970 (45 years) with no adverse affects to the neighborhood. The
conditions of the original permit ensured the use would not impact the neighborhood and the proposed alteration of hours would
similarly not have a negative impact on the neighborhood.
3. Is there potential for nuisance or serious hazards to vehicle or pedestrians? YES/NO, Explain.
No.. The site is accessed via a legal driveway which can support the required two parking spaces per residential unit in addition to
one, off-street parking for patients of the Home Occupation,
4. Will adequate and appropriate facilities be provided for the proper operation of the proposed use? YES/NO, Explain,
Y> The use has already been approved and findings have already been made the the site has proper facilities to support the Home
Occupation and the proposed new hours could also be accommodated with the existing facilities. No new improvements would be
required.
Petition for Variances)/Amendment Sec. 9.14 (b) (project must meet all of the following criteria fora variance)
1. Is the variance being sought due to circumstances related to the soil conditions, shape, or topography of such land or structures,
and especially affecting such land or structures but not affecting generally the zoning district in which it is located? YES/NO,
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2. Would enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance involve substantial hardship, financial or other? YES/NO, Explain.
3. Would granting of the desired relief be a substantial detri t the public good? YES/NO, Explain.
4. Would granting the desired relief nullify or substantially derogate from the intent of this Zoning Ordinance? YES/NO, Explain.
IF NEEDED, ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS OF PAPER TO THIS APPLICATION