HomeMy WebLinkAboutAbutter opposition letter - Reynolds - Correspondence - 180 HIGH STREET 5/12/2025 Mrs. Sharon T. Reynolds
182 High Street
North Andover,MA 01845
May 12, 2025
To the Members of the Zoning Board:
I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed conversion of the single-family home
at 180 High Street,North Andover into a two-family dwelling.
As a direct neighbor and long-time resident of this area, I have serious concerns about the
impact such a change would have on our neighborhood.The property at 180 High Street has
not been consistently well cared for in recent years.The current owner previously allowed
groups of college students to reside there,despite the home not being zoned for that type of
use.This led to noticeable increases in noise,congestion,and a decline in the property's
overall appearance.
Given this history, I have concerns about whether the proposed renovation would be
carried out in a responsible or timely manner. There is a risk that the project could be
disorganized or left incomplete, creating further disruption for nearby residents.
There are also serious concerns about parking. High Street has recently been reconfigured
with new sidewalks,limiting roadside parking. Perley Road,the cross street,is already
heavily congested. From what I can observe,the owner does not appear to have adequate
on-site parking to accommodate a two-family dwelling,which would place additional
pressure on an already strained situation.
While a few multi-family homes do exist in this area,they are primarily historical properties
that have been part of the neighborhood's legacy for generations. Converting existing
single-family homes into multi-family use would represent a significant shift in the
neighborhood's character and could set a troubling precedent for future development.
For these reasons, I respectfully urge the board to deny the request for zoning approval at
180 High Street.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Sharon T. Reynolds
182 High Street,North Andover