Manchester-By-The-Sea Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting | May 27, 2026

The Manchester-By-The-Sea Zoning Board of Appeals held a hybrid meeting on May 27, 2026, to review applications related to property modifications and zoning variances. Key procurement-related discussions involved two main applications: one for enclosing and slightly expanding a nonconforming entry porch at 22 Rockwood Heights, and another for removing and extending the second floor over a deck, attaching a garage to the main house, and expanding the deck at 138 Summer Street. Both projects required special permits and variances due to setback encroachments. The board reviewed site plans, floor plans, and neighbor support letters, ultimately approving both applications with conditions to ensure compliance with zoning bylaws. The meeting also addressed procedural matters for upcoming applications and discussed challenges related to committee staffing and meeting requirements. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the approvals enable property owners to proceed with construction projects that may involve future procurement activities.