Special Permit, 16 Margin St - Haverhill Meeting Calendar

Doc 21-H; CCSP-26-5 – Francis Bevilacqua of Bevi Builds II requests approval to replace existing single-family dwelling and construct a three-family residential dwelling at 16 Margin St in the Residential Urban (RU) zoning district

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Minutes

Councilor Diodati stated I am abstaining from this vote and for the sake of transparency if the applicant is approved, I will be marketing the property.

President Jordan opened the hearing.

Francis Bevilacqua addressed the council. He presented the proposed project, which involves the removal of a vacant, deteriorating single-family dwelling and construction of new housing with three attached units organized as condominiums and sold individually. The applicant stated the project is consistent with the Urban Residential zoning district and the City’s Comprehensive Plan, promotes additional housing, and would improve the property while generating additional property tax revenue. The applicant also noted the property is within the Conservation Commission’s jurisdiction and requested the necessary findings under Section 10.4 of the zoning ordinance.

President Jordan asked if anyone would like to speak in favor. No one spoke.
President Jordan asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition.

Kevin Masys (33 Margin Street) asked about sewer upgrades, noting the age and history of breaks in the area. Ginny Dodier (24 Margin Street) asked about the fencing and sewer and water capacity. Fran Bevilacqua stated he is only responsible for the sewer connection from the unit to the main and was not aware of any issues with the existing sewer system. He stated the project includes a stockade fence and agreed to meet with Jenny Dodier to discuss fencing and access.

President Jordan closed the hearing.

Motion by Councilor Sullivan to approve. Second by Councilor Ferreira.

Councilor Rogers asked if the parking out front is double wide? Fran Bevilacqua stated I can’t do double wide driveway, but the driveway is long enough. The project complies with the current zoning regulations of two parking spots but the driveway will be long enough for multiple cars.

Vice President Michitson proposed making a motion - the absence of sewer problems a condition. Councilor Ferreira clarified that the project would still undergo Development Review. Councilor Toohey agreed. Vice President Michitson withdrew his motion.

President Jordan stated Madam Clerk please call the roll:

City Clerk Wright Esposito: Vice President Michitson-yes, Councilor Basiliere-yes, Councilor Diodati-not present, Councilor Sullivan-yes, Councilor Ferreira-yes, Councilor Lewandowski-yes, Councilor Toohey-yes, Councilor McGonagle-yes, Councilor LePage-yes, Councilor Rogers-yes, President Jordan-yes.

Motion by Councilor Sullivan to approve, Second by Councilor Ferreira
PASSED – Yeas 10, Nays 0, Absent 1 (Diodati)
President Jordan stated that passes