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( :4 RK Brennan Postich,Staff Planner
Phone:978-619-5685
Dominick Pangallo Stavroula Orfanos, Director of Inspectional Services
Phone:978-619-5641
Mayor
Zoning Board of Appeals Application
Application ID: ZBA-25-39 Date submitted: September 26, 2025
TO THE BOARD OF APPEALS:
The Undersigned represent(s)that they are the owner(s)of a certain parcel of land located at:
Address:2 CEDAR STREET Zoning District:Bi
An application is being submitted to the Board of Appeals for the following reason(s):
We are applying for three (3) variances
1. 5.1.8 required parking spaces. 3 required, 2 provided.
2. 5.1.6 required parking surface setback. 2 feet required, less that 2 feet per drawing
provided.
3. 3.2.4 accessory building 120 sf max. 150 square feet provided.
For this reason, I am requesting:
[!Luej Variance(s)from provisions of Section 1.5.1.8 required parking spaces.3 required,2 provided.2.5.1.6 required parking surface
setback.2 feet required,less that 2 feet per drawing provided.3.3.2.4 accessory building 120 sf max. 150 square feet provided.of the
Zoning Ordinance, specifically from 1. 5.1.8 required parking spaces. 3 required, 2 provided.
2. 5.1.6 required parking surface setback. 2 feet required, less that 2 feet per drawing
provided.
3. 3.2.4 accessory building 120 sf max. 150 square feet provided.
[_J A Special Permit under Section of the Zoning Ordinance in order to
[]Appealing a Decision of the Building Inspector:
[—]Comprehensive Permit:
Current Property Use:Residenntial One Family Are Lot Dimensions Included:Yes
The Undersigned hereby petitions the Board of Appeals to vary the terms of the Salem Zoning Ordinance and allow the project to be
constructed as per the plans submitted, as the enforcement of said Zoning By-Laws would involve practical difficulty or unnecessary
hardship to the Undersigned and relief may be granted without substantially derogating from the intent and purpose of the Zoning
Ordinance.
Statement of Hardship(for Variances):
This statement is submitted in support of our request for three zoning variances associated with a
proposed project to add a second dwelling unit within the existing basement footprint of the
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structure. The project does not involve any expansion of the building's current footprint. A copy of both
the existing conditions and proposed plan is attached to this application for reference.
1. Parking Space Variance (Section 5.1.8)
Due to the lot's size and existing building placement, providing three off-street parking spaces is not
feasible without significant alteration to the structure or elimination of usable open space. The two
provided spaces are sufficient for the intended use and align with neighborhood conditions. The
hardship is a result of pre-existing lot constraints, not actions of the current owner. This variance will
not negatively impact traffic, parking availability, or surrounding properties.
2. Parking Surface Setback Variance (Section 5.1.6)
The current driveway/parking area encroaches into the required 2-foot setback. We are not proposing
any expansion—only to retain the existing condition as shown on the attached site plans. Requiring
compliance would necessitate the removal or relocation of usable parking, creating unnecessary
hardship. This condition is long-standing, functional, and poses no adverse impact on adjacent lots.
3. Accessory Building Size Variance (Section 3.2.4)
We propose a 150-square-foot accessory structure-30 square feet larger than permitted. The slightly
increased size is necessary due to a lack of interior storage in the home and will be used to securely
store typical household and maintenance equipment. The structure is appropriately located and scaled
and does not infringe on neighbors or the character of the lot. The hardship arises from practical
needs, not self-created conditions.
Statement of Grounds(for Special Permits):
Petitioner:Chris Wolforth tf different from petitioner
Address:2 Cedar St,Salem Ma 01970 Property Owner:
Telephone:9787664807 Address:,
Email:chriswolforth@gmail.com Telephone:
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Signature:
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Representative:Ben Anderson
Address: 10 Adams st,Salem Ma 01970
Telephone:617-438-6218
Email:fpd6267@flannelpocketdesign.com
Signature:
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