HomeMy WebLinkAboutVariance Application - Application - 79 CHICKERING ROAD 7/18/2026 TOWN OF NORTH ANDOVER VARIANCE
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
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NAME: Lawrence Welch
ADDRESS OF APPLICANT : 12 Heath Circle
Procedure & Requirements
for an Application for a Variance
Twelve(12)copies of the following information must be STEP 6: SCHEDULING OF HEARING AND
submitted thirty 3300)days prior to the first public hearing. PREPARATION OF LEGAL NOTICE:
Failure to submit the required information within the time The Office of Zoning Board of Appeals schedules an applicant
periods prescribed may result in a dismissal by the Zoning for a hearing date and prepares the legal notice for mailing to
Board of an application as incomplete. the parties of interest(abutters)and for publication in the
The information herein is an abstract of more specific newspaper.
requirements listed in the Zoning Board Rules and
Regulations and is not meant to supersede them. The STEP 7:DELIVERY OF LEGAL NOTICE TO
petitioner will complete items that are underlined. NEWSPAPER:
The petitioner may pick up the legal notice in person from the
STEP 1:ADMINISTRATOR PERMIT DENIAL: Office of the Zoning Board of Appeals or the legal notice can
The applicant applies for a Building Permit and receives a be emailed to the petitioner for publication in the newspaper. If
Zoning Bylaw Denial form completed by the Building the legal notice is published at least fourteen('14)days before
Commissioner. the hearing,then the Applicant is scheduled for a hearing date.
STEP 2: VARIANCE APPLICATION FORM: STEP 8: PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE ZONING
Applicant completes an application form to petition the Board BOARD OF APPEALS:
of Appeals for a Variance. All information shall be completed. The applicant should appear on his/her behalf,or be represented
by an agent or attorney. In the absence of any appearance
STEP 3: PLAN PREPARATION: without due cause on behalf of the applicant,the Board shall
Applicant submits all of the required plan information as cited decide on the matter by using the information it has received to
in page 2,section 9 of this form. date.
STEP 4: OBTAIN LIST OF PARTIES IN INTEREST: The STEP 9:DECISION:
Applicant requests the Assessor's Office to compile a certified After the hearing and decision, a copy of the Board's decision
list of Parties in Interest(abutters). will be filed in the Office of the Town Clerk and sent to the
petitioner and all Parties in Interest.Any appeal of the Board's
STEP 5: SUBMIT APPLICATION: decision may be made pursuant to Massachusetts General Law
Applicant submits one(1)original and eleven(11)copies of ch.40A, § 17,within twenty(20)days after the decision is filed
all required information to the Town Clerk's Office to be with the Town Clerk,
certified by the Town Clerk with the time and date of filing.
The original shall be submitted to the Town Clerk's Office, STEP 10:RECORDING THE DECISION AND THE
and the 11 copies will be submitted to the Zoning Board of PLANS.
Appeals secretary. The applicant is responsible for recording certification of the
decision,and any accompanying plans at the Essex County,
North Registry of Deeds; 1 Union Street,Lawrence MA 01840
and shall complete the Certification of Recording form and
forward it to the Zonin�Board of Appeals and to the Building
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Department.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS:
978-688-9533 Office of Community Dev. &Services 978-688-9501 Town Clerk's Office
North Andover Town Hall 978-688-9566 Assessor's Office
120 Main Street
North Andover,MA 01845
978-688-9542 Fax for Community Development offices
978-688-9545 Building Department
978-688-9541 Zoning Board of Appeals Office
NORTH ANDOVER ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS petition for a VARIANCE
IMPORTANT: APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE ALL ITEMS ON THIS FORM
PETITIONER INFORMATION
NAME: Lawrence Welch
ADDRESS: 12 Heath Circle
PHONE: 9787647708 EMAIL: welchlarry62@gmail.com
If the petitioner and/or property owner is a company,corporation or other entity,a list of the names and addresses of the
principals,officers and/or managers must be attached to this form.
SUBJECT PROPERTY INFORMATION
LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 12 Heath Cirlce
ZONING DISTRICT: R3 ASSESSORS PROPERTY MAP NO.: 60A
LOT NO.: 17
OWNER OF RECORD: Lawrence and Leslie Welch
DEED RECORDED AT ESSEX NORTH REGISTRY OF DEEDS AT:
BOOK: 15389 PAGE 149 OR CERTIFICATE NO.:
RELATIONSHIP TO SUBJECT PROPERTY(i.e, owner, abutter,etc.):
Owner
CURRENT USE: Single family home
PROPOSED USE: same
PREVIOUS VARIANCE GRANTED: YES_NO X DECISION NOJDATE:
OTHER REGULATORY REVIEW: YES_NO X IF YES,DESCRIBE STATUS:
EXISTING CONDITIONS DESCRIPTION:
The single-family home has a segment with a leaking flat rubber roof less than one year after installation.
e roo is piecemeal rom previous a i ions and this r-e—ce-n7tiat root create .
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PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION
1. Briefly describe all proposed changes to the structure(s) and/or use(s):
There is no change to the use of a single family house
OwnerV�ould"like""t`o mfike`a cath"edral"ceili°rig to'aci"dYesSleakage;as wellgas"erila"r"ge'"tii
The"lar'ger'farrily"`room results'm a 27:"3""ff°'setback"'on the fronfof°tlie"properfy.The"addition will"tie°less°ttan
setback required. The setback is"less than 30 feet due'to the circular end of the road which causes uneven fronta " 'rr ge.
The existing right side of the house is not to be moved forward,'just the left side ofNthe house. The total addition is 380,sq ,.
ft
2. State all sections of the North Andover Zoning Bylaw implicated in this variance petition:
R3 Zoning requirement: minimum required frontage is 30 ft, proposed is 27.3 ft
This is seen in section 195 Attachment 3 Table 2
3. State the specific relief being sought from the North Andover Zoning Bylaw, including all ordinance
dimensional requirements and proposed dimensional conditions:
We seek to have a variance for a setback of 27.3 feet from the normally required 30 ft.
4. Identify and describe all plans and supporting documents being submitted with this variance petition:
the, w ad . ....,...... or .. h ...,._.��..�....incl .,v the arch plans, ....d plot plan.
Will attach plans already drawn up for the house These include the architect lans and lot
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SUPPORTING STATEMENT
EACH OF F'OLLOT,'ING REQUIREMENTS FORA VARIANCE MUST BE ESTABLISHED AND SET FORTH INCOMPLETE DETAIL BY
THE APPLICANT IN ACCORDANCE WITH G.L. C.40A,§10.
1.Describe the special circumstances related to soil conditions, the shape or the topography of the land or
structure that are unique to the parcel:
No special circumstances No wetland, or conservation issues
2. Specify how the circumstances do not generally affect other properties in the zoning district:
1.The new left front side of house will be still over 40 feet from the street.
2.This does not affect any view, right of war or enaoyment of anymneighbor s house
3. Explain how the literal enforcement of the North Andover Zoning Bylaw will result in a substantial
hardship to the owner:
The roof will continue to leak, and progressive damage to the house.
The plans were completed and paid for as the front of the house is over 40 feet from the street and did not seem be a n
sefback"issue unfi foie"curve"ying was done:�� .�rrrr . �o,.. ........ .. �... 11 .w,�.�.,..., � o ,. ...o.� a � ..
4. Explain how the proposed variance is the minimum change that is necessary to allow the reasonable use
of the land or structure:
It is the minimum necessary to fix the leak, remove the flat roof, not have to redo plans, and create symmetry in thehouse.
5. Explain why granting the proposed variance will be in harmony with the purpose and intent of the
North Andover Zoning Bylaw:
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Because the set backs in this case are not evenfor the front of the property and don't result isya house being too close to
6. Describe the impact on the neighborhood and how it will not be detrimental to the neighborhood or the
public welfare:
No impact at all.
7A.Difference from Zoning Bylaw requirements: Indicate the dimension(s)that will not meet current
Zoning Bylaw Requirements. (Lines A and B in case of a lot split)
Lot Area Sq.Ft. Open Space Percentage Lot Frontage Parking
Sq.Ft. Coverage Feet Spaces Front Side A Side B Rear
EA. %
B.
7B. Existing Lot:
Minimum Lot Setback
Lot Area Sq.Ft. Open Space Percentage Lot Frontage Parking
Sq,Ft. Coverage Feet Spaces Front Side A Side B Rear
%
7C. Proposed Lot(s):
Minimum Lot Setback
Lot Area Sq.Ft. Open Space Percentage Lot Frontage Parking
Sq.Ft. Coverage Feet Spaces Front Side A Side B Rear
7D. Required Lot: (As required by Zoning Bylaw&Table 2)
Minimum Lot Setback
Lot Area Sq.Ft. Open Space Percentage Lot Frontage Parking
Sq.Ft. Coverage Feet Spaces Front Side A Side B Rear
%
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8A. Existing Building(s):
Ground Floor Sq. Number of Total Sq. Number
Ft, Floors Height Ft. Use of Building* of Units*
3120 1 20 ft 3120 single family home 1
*References Uses from the Zoning Bylaw&Table 1.
**State number of units in building(s).
8B. Proposed Building(s):
Ground Floor Sq. Number of Total Sq. Number
Ft. Floors Height Ft. Use of Building* of Units*
*References Uses from the Zoning Bylaw&Table 1.
**State number of units in building(s).
PROPERTY OWNER CONSENT, CERTIFICATION & SIGNATURE
(Signatures ofPetftioner(s)are required)
I am (we are)the owner(s) of the property subject to this variance petition and I (we) consent and certify as
follows:
l. I (we) grant permission for officials and employees of the Town of North Andover to access my property
for the purposes of this petition;
2. I (we) certify that I (we) have read the Board's Rules and Procedures before submittal to ensure the
completeness of my(our)petition;
3. 1 (we) certify that all the statements within this application and attachments are true and accurate to the
best of m our know l e and belief.
7/10/2026
(Petitioner Signature)/ (Date)
X � U� (' 7/10/2026
(Petitioner Signature) (Date)
If Applicable:
Name of Attorney/Agent for Applicant:
Address of Attorney/Agent:
Phone Number of Attorney/Agent:
Email Address of Attorney/Agent:
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9. PLAN OF LAND 6. Names addresses and phone
Each application to the Zoning Board of Appeals shall numbers of the applicant,owner or
be accompanied by the following described plan. record, and land surveyor.
Plans must be submitted with this application to the 7. Locus
Town Clerk's Office and the ZBA secretary at least
thirty(30)days prior to the public hearing before the 9. D. Minor Project
Zoning Board of Appeals, Minor projects,such as decks,sheds,and
garages,shall require only the plan information
A set of building elevation plans by a Registered as indicated with an asterisk(*). In some cases
Architect may be required when the application further information may be required.
involves new construction/conversion/and/or a
proposed change in use. 10. APPLICATION FILING FEES
10.A. Notification fees:Applicant shall provide
9. A. Major Projects a check or money order to:"Town of North
Major Projects are those,which involve one of the Andover"for the cost of first class,certified,
following whether existing or proposed: return receipt x#of all parties in interest
I). Five(5)or more parking spaces, identified in M.G.L ch.40A§I I on abutters list
II). Three(3)or more dwelling units, for the legal notice check. Also,the applicant
III).2,000 square feet of building area, shall supply first class postage stamps for each
Major Projects shall require,that in addition to the 9B address listed on the abutter's list,plus an
&9C feature,that the plans show detailed utilities, additional two(2)for the decision mailing.
soils,and topographic information. 10.B. Mailing labels: Applicant shall provide
*9.B. Plan Specifications: four 94)sets of mailing labels no larger than
I). Size of plan: Ten(10)paper copies of 1"x2-5/8"(Three(3)copies for the Legal,and
a plan not to exceed 11"x17", one(1)copy for the Decision mailing).
preferred scale of 1"=40'
II). Plan shall be prepared,stamped and 10.C. Applicant shall provide a check or
certified by a Registered Professional money order to:"Town of North Andover"per
Land Surveyor. Please note that plans the 2005 Revised Fee Schedule.
by a Registered Professional Engineer.
Registered Architect,and/or a ► A Variance once granted by the ZBA will
Registered Landscape Architect may lapse in one(1)year if not exercised and a new
be required for Major Projects. petition must be submitted
*9. C. *Required Features On Plan.
1). Site Orientation shall include:
1. North point
2. Zoning district(s)
3. Names of streets
4. Wetlands(if applicable)
5. Abutters of property,within 300'
radius
6. Locations of buildings on adjacent
properties within 50' from
applicants proposed structure
7. deed restrictions,easements.
II). Legend&Graphic Aids shall
include:
1. Proposed features in solid lines&
outlined in red
2. Existing features to be removed in
dashed lines
3. Graphic scales
4. Date of Plan
5. Title of Plan
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