Zoning Board of Appeals Agenda for 9.20.23

NOTICE OF MEETING

Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Salem Zoning Board of Appeals will be held on September 20, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

**Via remote participation**

This is in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023

Peter A. Copelas, Chair  

Important Announcement:   

Every effort will be made to ensure that the public can adequately access the proceedings in real time, via technological means. In the event that we are unable to do so on matters not requiring a public hearing, we will post on the City of Salem’s website an audio or video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting.  

Individuals may participate remotely in the meeting via a remote participation platform called Zoom. Members of the public and/or parties with a right and/or requirement to attend this meeting may access the remote participation meeting through any one of the following ways:   

Attending the Virtual Public Meeting:   

• Go to Website link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83964128644?pwd=cTNlTlFic2pKNWlOZnV3dW9yb1loUT09, go to the website link https://zoom.us/join and enter meeting ID #839 6412 8644 followed by meeting password 011324 if directed to do so on screen.    
• Dial toll-free phone number 877-853-5257. When prompted enter meeting ID #839 6412 8644 followed by meeting password 011324 if directed. Those calling in will not have access to the direct video feed of the meeting, but can follow along with the project materials available for download at Salem.com/ZBA  
•  Watch the meeting live on Salem Access Television Chanel 22.   
• Project materials are available for download at (https://tinyurl.com/SalemZBA)   

Providing Public Comment During the Meeting:    

Members of the public attending this meeting virtually will be allowed to make comments during the portion of the hearing designated for each agenda item. Members of the public will be asked to use the virtual “Raise Hand” function in Zoom to indicate that they would like to provide comment.   

• Dial *9 on your phone’s dial pad to raise your hand if you are using the toll-free number.
• Click the “Raise Hand” button if you are using the Zoom application on your computer or phone.   

For each agenda item, the moderator will identify attendees with raised hands by their screenname or the last 3 digits of their telephone number and will then unmute them. The moderator will then request that the attendee unmute their device to provide their full name, address, and comment for the record.    

The moderator will go down the list of attendees in the order presented by the Zoom application. The attendee list is ordered so that phone numbers are first, followed by an alphabetical list of the screen names of attendees accessing Zoom through a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Anyone that speaks about an issue unrelated to the agenda items will be immediately muted.   

Providing Public Comment Before the Meeting:   

Members of the public can alternatively email their comment before the start of the meeting to zoningboardcomments@salem.com.     

Familiarizing Yourself with Zoom:   

We encourage members of the public to install and familiarize themselves with Zoom in advance of the meeting.   

If you plan on providing public comments and are logging into this meeting via the Zoom application, please test your speakers and microphone ahead of time. If we have trouble hearing you when you speak, we will move on to the next person and try to return to you later in the list. If this happens, we recommend that you call the toll-free number to access the meeting and provide your comment.    

The Zoom meeting will open 15 minutes before the start of the meeting to allow participants to connect and practice with the audio and raise hand functions.   

MEETING AGENDA  

1. ROLL CALL 

1. REGULAR AGENDA

1. Location: 124 Boston Street (B2 Zoning District)

Applicant: Farrandia, LLC

Description: The petition of FARRANDIA, LLC at 124 BOSTON STREET (Map 16, Lot 157) (B2 Zoning District) for a Special Permits per Section 3.3.2 Nonconforming Uses of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to change the existing nonconforming use as a 1-family dwelling above the existing first floor retail, personal service or office use to another nonconforming use to have two dwelling units above the first-floor retail, personal service or office space.  Also, Section 3.3.3 Nonconforming Structures of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to extend, alter, and change the existing nonconforming structure.  In addition, variances from Section 4.1.1 Dimensional Requirements for maximum lot coverage for all buildings. Also, 4.1.1 Dimensional Requirements for minimum side yard setback and Section 5.1.5.6 Design to use existing driveway of about 11.5 feet in width which is slightly less than the 12' width required for driveway which is primarily used to provide for overnight parking.

1. Location: 75 North Street (BPD,NRCC Zoning Districts)

Applicant: 75 North Street, LLC

Description: The petition of 75 NORTH STREET, LLC at 75 NORTH STREET (Map 26, Lot 58) (BPD, NRCC Zoning Districts), 3 SOUTH MASON STREET (Map 26, Lot 54) (NRCC Zoning District), 2 COMMERCIAL STREET (Map 26, Lot 57) (NRCC Zoning District) to re- develop a new four-story transit oriented mixed-use development that will consist of 60 units and a small commercial office space on North Street. The applicant is seeking variances per section 4.1.1 Dimensional Requirements from lot area per dwelling unit where 3,500 sq.ft is required and 742 sq.ft is proposed. A variance from Section 8.4.9 Parking Requirements where one space is proposed and 1.5 spaces are required. And a variance from Section 8.4.9.c Each unit has a separate exterior entrance if located within 100 feet of a residentially used parcel in an abutting zoning district. This parcel is within 100 feet of a residentially used parcel.

IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES  

Minutes for 8.16.23

V. OLD/NEW BUSINESS 

VI. ADJOURNMENT  

  Persons requiring auxiliary aids and services for effective communication such as sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, or print material in digital format or a reasonable modification in programs, services, policies, or activities, may contact the City of Salem ADA Coordinator as soon as possible and no less than two (2) business days before the meeting, program, or event. 

This agenda is subject to change.