HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020 APPLICATION PACKET_202003201523073565CLatest post mtg bld dept TOWN OF YARMOUTH
BOARD OF APPEALS
APPLICATION
The following Rules and Regulations are hereby adopted by the Yarmouth Board of Appeals and
shall govern the submission of all Appeals, Applications for Special Permit, Applications for
Comprehensive Permit, and Petitions for Variance to the board and the conduct of all hearings
held thereon. These Rules and Regulations are adopted in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter
40A '9 & 12. In the event of a conflict between any of these Rules and Regulations, the
provisions of any by-law or statute, as the case may be shall prevail. The invalidity of any
section or provision of these Rules and Regulations shall not invalidate any other section or
provision hereof.
1. All Appeals, applications for Special Permit or Comprehensive Permit, and petitions for
Variance to the Board shall be submitted on the forms provided by the Board for such
applications.
2. Two (2) original applications (attached) (no photocopies), type written or hand printed) and
a copy of the most recent deed must be completed and signed by the Petitioner, the Property
Owner and Building Commissioner prior to filing the application with the Board of Appeals.
3. If determined by the Building Commissioner, a formal Site Plan Review hearing must be
completed prior to filing the application with the Board of Appeals
4. On the application, in the space provided for “Project”: after the word “property”,
summarize what it is the applicant proposes to do, (see sample provided on application) as this is
the information used for the legal advertisement in the newspaper. The hearing could be illegal
if this information is incorrect or incomplete.
5. All Appeals, applications for Special Permits and Variances must be accompanied by 6
Certified Plot Plans & Elevation Plans not more then 2 years old (13 Certified Plot Plans if
within the Aquifer Protection District if commercial project), (Comprehensive Permits must
be accompanied by 19 sets of plans along with proof of filing a copy with the Cape Cod
Commission), The petitioner shall file with the application sufficient plans and drawings so that
the Board can address all of the criteria prepared by a Registered Land Surveyor or qualified
Professional Engineer which shall show; the locus; the parcel or parcels of land involved; the
existing or proposed building or buildings; the proposed additions or alterations of existing
buildings with all dimensions set forth; the location of the septic; the existing or proposed
frontage, front, side, rear line distances; all perimeter dimensions (existing and proposed);
location and width of abutting, and on-site, street and drives, parking, existing topography; a
grading plan, areas of proposed and retained vegetation, distinction between upland and wetland.
In the case of new construction, renovations and additions, raze and replacements, accessory
apartments, the Board also requires architectural renderings, sketches or elevations, scaled floor
plans and certified plot plans showing existing and proposed conditions) However, the Board
may in its discretion waive these requirements or request additional material considered
necessary for its review of the application. Extra copies of the plans will be disposed of after the
hearing unless otherwise requested.
6. For all Appeals, applications for Special Permits or Comprehensive Permits, or Variances the
applicant shall provide the current Assessors Map and Lot Number for the property which is
subject of the petition, and accompanied by a list, by the current Assessor’s MAP & LOT
Number, of the abutters (see assessors Certification for Abutters List attached)
7. Residential applications for Special Permits, Variances or request to overturn the decision of
the Building Inspector must be accompanied by a filing fee of $125.00, plus postage.
Commercial applications for Special Permits, Variances, or request to overturn the decision of
the Building Inspector must be accompanied by a filing fee of $200.00, plus postage.
Application for a Comprehensive Permit (per M.G.L., ch. 40B), must be accompanied by a filing
fee of $300.00, plus postage. Postage charges for all applications will be determined by
multiplying the number of abutters (including the applicants parcel) times .56¢, which is
the current cost for the two required mailings.
8. Hearings (max. 4) shall be held by the Board on the Second and Fourth Thursday of each
month at 6:00 p. m. or at the call of the Chairman or Acting Chairman in the Yarmouth Town
Offices 1146 Route 28 South Yarmouth, or at such other place as the Chairman or Acting
Chairman may from time to time designate.
9. Hearings shall be held in accordance with M. G. L. Chapter 39, §23A-23C and shall be open
to the public except at such times as the Board, by majority vote, shall vote to go into Executive
Session in accordance with provisions of M. G. L. Chapter 39, §23A.
10. The Board may, in a particular case, waive strict compliance with the requirements of these
Rules and Regulations when, in the judgment of the Board, such action is in the public interest
and not inconsistent with the Zoning Enabling Act or the Zoning By-laws of the Town of
Yarmouth.
CONDITIONS
At each and every hearing of the Board of Appeals, whether you are seeking a Variance, Special
Permit, or Comprehensive Permit, the following conditions or criteria will apply:
Conditions for a VARIANCE:
The Board of Appeals may authorize, upon appeal, a Variance from the terms of the Zoning By-
laws with respect to and including Variances for use, with respect to particular land or structures.
Such Variances shall be granted only in cases where the Board of Appeals finds ALL of the
following:
1. A literal enforcement of the provisions of the by-law would involve a substantial hardship,
financial or otherwise, to the petitioner or appellant.
AND
2. The hardship is owing to circumstances relating to the soil conditions, shape, or topography
of such land or structure and especially affecting such land or structures, but not affecting
generally the zoning district in which it is located.
AND
3. Desirable relief may be granted without substantial detriment to the public good and without
nullifying or substantially derogating from the intent or purpose of such ordinance or bylaw.
Conditions for a SPECIAL PERMIT or a COMPREHENSIVE PERMIT:
The Board of Appeals approval or special exceptions shall not be granted unless the applicant
demonstrates that no undue nuisance, hazard, or congestion will be created
and that there will be no substantial harm to the established or future
character of the neighborhood nor of the town.
TOWN OF YARMOUTH
BOARD OF APPEALS
APPLICATION FOR HEARING
Appeal#:__________________ Hearing Date: _______________________Fee$___________
Owner-Applicant: _____________________________________________________________
(Full Names- including d/b/a)
______________________________________________________________________________
(Address) (Telephone Number)(Email Address)
and is the (check one) Owner Tenant Prospective Buyer Other Interested Party
Property: This application relates to the property located
at:_____________________________
__________________ and shown on the Assessor's Map #:___________as Parcel#: __________
Zoning District:_________ If property is on an un-constructed (paper) street name of nearest
cross street, or other identifying
location:__________________________________________________
Project: The applicant seeks permission to undertake the following construction/use/activity
(give a brief description of the project. i.e.: “add a 10' by 15' deck to the front of our house” or
“change the use of the existing building on the property"):
RELIEF REQUESTED: The applicant seeks the following relief from the Board of Appeals:
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
1)_____REVERSE THE DECISION OF THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OR THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR dated ______attach a copy of the decision appealed from). State the reason
for reversal and the ruling which you request the Board to make._________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
2)____ SPECIAL PERMIT under §_______________of the Yarmouth Zoning By-law and/or for
a use authorized upon Special Permit in the "Use Regulation Schedule" §202.5 ______.(use
space below if needed)
3)____VARIANCE from the Yarmouth Zoning By-law. Specify all sections of the by-law from
which relief is requested, and, as to each section, specify the relief sought:
Section: __________ Relief sought: _______________________________________________
Section: __________ Relief sought: _______________________________________________
Section: __________ Relief sought: _______________________________________________
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please use the space below to provide any additional
information which you feel should be included in your application:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
FACT SHEET
Current Owner of Property as listed on the deed (if other than applicant): ________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Name & Address
Title deed reference: Book & Page#___________________or Certificate #__________________
Land Court Lot #_________Plan #________ (provide copy of recent deed)
Use Classification: Existing: _________________________§202.5 #________________
Proposed: _________________________§202.5 #________________
Is the property vacant: ______________ If so, how long?: ____________________
Lot Information Size/Area: ____________Plan Book and Page ________/______Lot#______
Is this property within the Aquifer Protection Overlay District? Yes ________ No ________
Have you completed a formal commercial site plan review (if needed)? Yes____ No_______
Other Department(s) Reviewing Project: Indicate the other Town Departments which are/
have/ or will review this project, and indicate the status of their review process:______________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Repetitive Petition: Is this a re-application: _______ If yes, do you have Planning Board
Approval? _________
Prior Relief: If the property in question has been the subject of prior application to the Board of
Appeals or Zoning Administrator, indicate the date and Appeal number(s) and other available
information. Include a copy of the decision(s) with this application:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Building Commissioner Comments: ________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Applicant’s /Attorney /Agent Signature Owner's Signature
Address:_______________________________
______________________________________
Phone_________________________________
E-Mail:________________________________
____________________________________
Building Commissioner Signature Date
TOWN OF YARMOUTH
BOARD OF APPEALS
APPLICATION FOR HEARING
Appeal#:__________________ Hearing Date: _______________________Fee$___________
Owner-Applicant: _____________________________________________________________
(Full Names- including d/b/a)
______________________________________________________________________________
(Address) (Telephone Number)(Email Address)
and is the (check one) Owner Tenant Prospective Buyer Other Interested Party
Property: This application relates to the property located
at:_____________________________
__________________ and shown on the Assessor's Map #:___________as Parcel#: __________
Zoning District:_________ If property is on an un-constructed (paper) street name of nearest
cross street, or other identifying
location:__________________________________________________
Project: The applicant seeks permission to undertake the following construction/use/activity
(give a brief description of the project. i.e.: “add a 10' by 15' deck to the front of our house” or
“change the use of the existing building on the property"):
RELIEF REQUESTED: The applicant seeks the following relief from the Board of Appeals:
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
1)_____REVERSE THE DECISION OF THE BUILDING INSPECTOR OR THE ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR dated ______attach a copy of the decision appealed from). State the reason
for reversal and the ruling which you request the Board to make._________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
2)____ SPECIAL PERMIT under §_______________of the Yarmouth Zoning By-law and/or for
a use authorized upon Special Permit in the "Use Regulation Schedule" §202.5 ______.(use
space below if needed)
3)____VARIANCE from the Yarmouth Zoning By-law. Specify all sections of the by-law from
which relief is requested, and, as to each section, specify the relief sought:
Section: __________ Relief sought: _______________________________________________
Section: __________ Relief sought: _______________________________________________
Section: __________ Relief sought: _______________________________________________
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please use the space below to provide any additional
information which you feel should be included in your application:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
FACT SHEET
Current Owner of Property as listed on the deed (if other than applicant): ________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Name & Address
Title deed reference: Book & Page#___________________or Certificate #__________________
Land Court Lot #_________Plan #________ (provide copy of recent deed)
Use Classification: Existing: _________________________§202.5 #________________
Proposed: _________________________§202.5 #________________
Is the property vacant: ______________ If so, how long?: ____________________
Lot Information Size/Area: ____________Plan Book and Page ________/______Lot#______
Is this property within the Aquifer Protection Overlay District? Yes ________ No ________
Have you completed a formal commercial site plan review (if needed)? Yes____ No_______
Other Department(s) Reviewing Project: Indicate the other Town Departments which are/
have/ or will review this project, and indicate the status of their review process:______________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Repetitive Petition: Is this a re-application: _______ If yes, do you have Planning Board
Approval? _________
Prior Relief: If the property in question has been the subject of prior application to the Board of
Appeals or Zoning Administrator, indicate the date and Appeal number(s) and other available
information. Include a copy of the decision(s) with this application:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Building Commissioner Comments: ________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Applicant’s /Attorney /Agent Signature Owner's Signature
Address:_______________________________
______________________________________
Phone_________________________________
E-Mail:________________________________
____________________________________
Building Commissioner Signature Date
YARMOUTH BOARD OF APPEALS
ABUTTERS LIST
Petition#_______________ Name_____________________________________
Filing Date:________________Hearing Date:___________________________
Property Location:_________________________________________________
Notices must be sent to the petitioner (applicant), abutters, and owners of land directly
opposite on any public or private street or way, and abutters to the abutters (only within
300 feet of the property line) of the petitioner as they appear on the most recent applicable tax
list. Provide only the abutters map and lot number . Postage charges for all applications
will be determined by multiplying the number of abutters (and the parcel (s)in question)
times .56¢, which is the current cost for the two required mailings. Add that to the
application fee and include your check with the application.
Map
Number
Lot Number Map
Number
Lot Number
Applicant #
Abutters #’s
2 Labels-1 Hard Copy ______________________________
Assessors Field Card with photo Andy Machado, Director of Assessing
SCHEDULE OF BOARD OF APPEALS MEETINGS FOR 2020
(subject to change)
The Yarmouth Board of Appeals meets at 6:00 p.m. on Thursdays, in the Hearing Room at
Town Hall, located at 1146 Route 28, South Yarmouth.
FILING DEADLINE* 12:00 p.m. HEARING DATE
December 18, 2019 January 9
January 2 January 23
January 22 February 13
February 5 February 27
February 19 March 12
March 4 March 26
March 18 April 9
April 1 April 23
April 22 May 14
May 6 May 28
May 20 June 11
June 3 June 25
June 17 July 9
July 1 July 23
July 22 August 13
August 5 August 27
August 19 September 10
September 2 September 24
September 16 October 8
September 30 October 22
October 21 November 12
November 18 December 10
*Note: The Board of Appeals will take four (4) applications/petitions per meeting/agenda. If the agenda
fills before the filing deadline you will be placed on the agenda for the next meeting. It shall be the policy
of the Board to conclude all hearings by 10:00 PM. To this end, the agenda for all hearings shall be closed
once it appears to the Board that additional matters will not be able to be accommodated within this time
limitation. In the event that the hearings scheduled on an agenda are not concluded by 10:00 PM, the Board
may announce that no new matters shall be commenced thereafter, and shall close the hearing as soon
thereafter as the Board determines to be appropriate. Any matters not concluded on the scheduled date shall
be continued to the next available agenda.