LIVE: Quincy Zoning Board of Appeals: July 14, 2026

The Quincy Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on July 14, 2026, where several zoning variance and special permit requests were discussed, primarily related to residential construction and renovation projects. Key procurement-related discussions included approvals for variances to demolish and reconstruct residential structures, add stories, and construct new dwellings with associated parking. Notably, the board approved a variance for Philip Baker to reconstruct a front entryway and add a second story at 182 5th Street, and continued a matter for Christopher White to revise plans for a single-family dwelling at 7 Wheaton Place. A special permit was granted to convert a former funeral home at 74 Elm Street into a three-unit residential building with six parking spaces, despite concerns about parking adequacy. Additionally, a variance was approved for Patrick Foley to construct an addition creating a duplex and a second duplex on a parcel at 190 Franklin Street, including 10 parking spaces, with conditions to submit a landscape plan and modify construction plans to include a half bath on the third floor. The meeting included discussions on neighborhood impact, parking, preservation of existing trees, and maintaining residential character. Several motions were passed unanimously, reflecting the board's support for these housing development projects.