Board of Appeals

The HCAM Board of Appeals held a remote meeting on September 9, 2026, primarily to consider a petition for a zoning variance filed by Edward and Trisha Kelly regarding the expansion of an existing accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 15 Montana Road, Hogington, Massachusetts. The board reviewed the application to increase the ADU size by approximately 320 square feet beyond the zoning bylaw limit of 900 square feet, citing family hardship and the need for accessible living space for special needs family members. After discussion, the board unanimously voted to grant the variance, emphasizing the importance of supporting housing needs and family cohesion. The meeting also included routine procedural matters such as approval of previous meeting minutes and board member nominations, with no other procurement or contracting issues discussed.