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Case 8/9/16–2
Tuesday, August 9, 2016 — Notice
Rev. Robin R. Lunn (applicant) and the Diocese of Manchester (owner) have applied for variances to sections 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.3.3(b), 16.2.1.2, and 16.2.1.3 of the Wilton Zoning Ordinace, and a special exception under section 17.3 of the Ordinance, to enable a proposed redevelopment of the historic church and rectory on Lot K–72, 47 Maple Street. Specifically, the variances would allow for a mix of permitted and non-permitted uses (duplex residence, café, food pantry, co-working space, and event space) in the Residential District, for two dwelling units on a half-acre lot served by public water and sewer, for off-street parking closer to the lot lines than permitted by the Ordinance, and for signs larger than permitted in the District. The special exception would allow the construction of an accessible entryway that would be closer to a lot line than permitted by the Ordinance.
The Town of Wilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider this application in a public hearing in the Wilton Town Hall Courtroom on Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
The application for this case, and any other documents submitted with it, are available for inspection in the Wilton Town Offices.
The application as a PDF file.
Letter of authorization from the Diocese of Manchester as a PDF file.
Letter from abutters David and Dee Ann Dubois.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016 — Continuation
The application by Rev. Robin R. Lunn (applicant) and the Diocese of Manchester (owner) for variances to sections 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.3.3(b), 16.2.1.2, and 16.2.1.3 of the Wilton Zoning Ordinace, and a special exception under section 17.3 of the Ordinance, has been continued to Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at 7:30 pm. If granted, the variances and special exception would enable a proposed redevelopment of the historic church and rectory on Lot K–72, 47 Maple Street. Specifically, the variances would allow for a mix of permitted and non-permitted uses (duplex residence, café, food pantry, co-working space, and event space) in the Residential District, for two dwelling units on a half-acre lot served by public water and sewer, for off-street parking closer to the lot lines than permitted by the Ordinance, and for signs larger than permitted in the District. The special exception would allow the construction of an accessible entryway that would be closer to a lot line than permitted by the Ordinance.
Tuesday, August 23, 2016 — Continuation
The application by Rev. Robin R. Lunn (applicant) and the Diocese of Manchester (owner) for variances to sections 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.3.3(b), 16.2.1.2, and 16.2.1.3 of the Wilton Zoning Ordinace, and a special exception under section 17.3 of the Ordinance, has been continued to Tuesday, August 23, 2016, at 7:30 pm. If granted, the variances and special exception would enable a proposed redevelopment of the historic church and rectory on Lot K–72, 47 Maple Street. Specifically, the variances would allow for a mix of permitted and non-permitted uses (duplex residence, café, food pantry, co-working space, and event space) in the Residential District, for two dwelling units on a half-acre lot served by public water and sewer, for off-street parking closer to the lot lines than permitted by the Ordinance, and for signs larger than permitted in the District. The special exception would allow the construction of an accessible entryway that would be closer to a lot line than permitted by the Ordinance. The Board has requested that the applicant present additional information regarding parking, evening hours, and signage at the continued hearing.
Monday, August 29, 2016 — Continuation
The Town of Wilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on Monday, August 29, 2016, at 7:30 pm in the Town Hall Courtroom, to deliberate on the application by Rev. Robin R. Lunn (applicant) and the Diocese of Manchester (owner) for variances to sections 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.3.3(b), 16.2.1.2, and 16.2.1.3 of the Wilton Zoning Ordinace, and a special exception under section 17.3 of the Ordinance. The public hearing on the application was concluded on Tuesday, August 23.
If granted, the variances and special exception would enable a proposed redevelopment of the historic church and rectory on Lot K–72, 47 Maple Street. Specifically, the variances would allow for a mix of permitted and non-permitted uses (duplex residence, café, food pantry, co-working space, and event space) in the Residential District, for two dwelling units on a half-acre lot served by public water and sewer, for off-street parking closer to the lot lines than permitted by the Ordinance, and for signs larger than permitted in the District. The special exception would allow the construction of an accessible entryway that would be closer to a lot line than permitted by the Ordinance.
Monday, August 29, 2016 — Decision
The application by Rev. Robin R. Lunn (applicant) and the Diocese of Manchester (owner) for variances to sections 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.3.3(b), 16.2.1.2, and 16.2.1.3 of the Wilton Zoning Ordinace, and a special exception under section 17.3 of the Ordinance, has been granted.
The variances and special exception are to enable a proposed redevelopment of the historic church and rectory on Lot K–72, 47 Maple Street. Specifically, the variances allow for a mix of permitted and non-permitted uses (duplex residence, café, food pantry, co-working space, and event space) in the Residential District, for two dwelling units on a half-acre lot served by public water and sewer, for off-street parking closer to the lot lines than permitted by the Ordinance, and for signs larger than permitted in the District. The special exception allows the construction of an accessible entryway that would be closer to a lot line than permitted by the Ordinance.
The detailed proposal is described in an addendum to the original application, as amended in a supplementary document supplied to the Zoning Board at the public hearing on August 23, specifically with regarded to uses, occupancy, hours, signage, and parking within the setback, subject to negotiation and approval by the Planning Board. Both documents are on letterhead of the Rev. Robin R. Lunn, M. Div., and are included in the case file.
This decision shall expire if the construction or use permitted by it has not begun by Wednesday, August 29, 2018. (Wilton Zoning Ordinance section 17.4)
The selectmen, any party to the action or proceedings, or any person directly affected thereby may apply for a rehearing of this decision. A request for a rehearing must be filed in writing with the Zoning Board of Adjustment on or before Wednesday, September 28, 2016, and must fully specify all grounds on which the rehearing is requested. (N.H. RSA 677:2)