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The petition of IVONNE PLEITEZ at 10 HILLSIDE AVENUE (Map 15, Lot 375) (R1 Zoning
District) for a Special Permit per section 3.3.5 Nonconforming Single-and Two-family
Residential Structures of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to construct a 28'x 8'dormer
addition for the second floor and to construct one additional bathroom.
A public hearing on the above petition was opened on May 17th, 2023 and was closed
on May 17th, 2023.
On May 17th, 2023, the following members of the Salem Board of Appeals were
present: Rosa Ordaz, Peter Copelas (Chair), Hannah Osthoff, Paul Viccica and Nina
Vyedin.
Statements of Fact:
The petition is date stamped April 12, 2023. The petitioner requests to expand a
nonconforming three-family home with the addition of a dormer.
1. 10 Hillside Avenue is owned by Ivonne Pleitez.
2. The petitioner was Ivonne Pleitez.
3. 10 Hillside Avenue is located in the R1 zoning district. (Map 15, Lot 375).
4. On May 17, 2023 Ivonne and Raul Pleitez presented their plans to the board.
5. The purpose of the requested relief is to increase the livability of the second
floor of the building.
6. Mr. Pleitez went over the plans. He stated that he and his wife have three
children and need additional space in the home to accommodate all of the
family's needs.
7. Mr. Pleitez stated that they want to be able to move two of the children
upstairs to allow for more livability at the home.
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8. Paul Viccica asked Mr. Pleitez to go over the submitted plot plan and the
plan's elevations to share where the proposed dormer would be on the home.
The dormer will be located at the rear of the home. The addition of the
dormer will not increase the size of the structure's footprint. The front of the
home will not be changed with the addition of the dormer.
9. Many of the homes in the neighborhood also have had the addition of
dormers to increase the living space.
10.Peter Copelas opened the meeting up to public comments.
11.Raymond Lafabe, 15 Hillside Avenue, stated his support for the proposed
project and stated that the Pleiters were good neighbors also.
12.Peter Copelas went over the criteria for a Special Permit.
13.Nina Vyden made a motion to approve the petition.
14.The May 17, 2023 meeting of the Board of Appeals was held remotely, via
the online platform Zoom in accordance with Chapter 107 of the Acts of 2022.
On the basis of the above statements of fact and findings, the Salem Board of Appeals
voted five (5) in favor (Nina Vyden, Peter A. Copelas(Chair), Rosa Ordaz, Hannah Ostoff
and Paul Viccica and none (0) opposed to grant IVONNE PLETTEZ a Special Permit per
section 3.3.5 Nonconforming Single- and Two-family Residential Structures of the Salem
Zoning Ordinance to construct a 28'x 8' dormer addition for the second floor and to
construct one additional bathroom.
Receiving five (5) in favor votes, the petition for a Special Permit is
GRANTED.
Standard Conditions:
1. Petitioner shall comply with all city and state statutes, ordinances, codes
and regulations.
2. All construction shall be done as per the plans and dimensions submitted
to and approved by the Building Commissioner.
3. All requirements of the Salem Fire Department relative to smoke and fire
safety shall be strictly adhered to.
4. Petitioner shall obtain a building permit prior to beginning any
construction.
5. Exterior finishes of the new construction shall be in harmony with the
existing structure.
6. A Certificate of Occupancy is to be obtained.
7. A Certificate of Inspection is to be obtained.
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8. Petitioner is to obtain approval from any City Board or Commission having
jurisdiction including, but not limited to, the Planning Board.
9. All construction shall be done per the plans and dimensions submitted to
and approved by this Board. Any modification to the plans and dimensions
must be approved by the Board of Appeals unless such changes are
deemed a minor field change by the Building Commissioner in consultation
with the Chair of the Board of Appeals.
10.Petitioner shall schedule Assessing Department inspections of the
property, at least annually, prior to project completion and a final
inspection upon project completion.
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Peter Copelas/ Chair
Board of Appeals
A COPY OF THIS DECISION HAS BEEN FILED WITH THE PLANNING BOARD AND
THE CITY CLERK.
Appeal from this decision, if any, shall be made pursuant to Section 17 of the
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A, and shall be filed within 20 days of filing
of this decision in the office of the City Clerk. Pursuant to the Massachusetts General
Laws Chapter 40A, Section 11, the Variance or Special Permit granted herein shall not
take effect until a copy of the decision bearing the certificate of the City Clerk has
been filed with the Essex South Registry of Deeds.
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