Board of Appeals: June 10, 2026

The June 10, 2026 meeting of the Hampton Board of Appeals primarily focused on a public hearing regarding a special permit petition by Alan and Christine Connell to demolish an existing structure and construct a new single-family home with an accessory dwelling unit at 28 Lake Shore Drive, Hopkinton, Massachusetts. The board reviewed zoning bylaw compliance, setback requirements, and conservation considerations, ultimately voting unanimously to approve the special permit with findings that the proposed reconstruction would not exacerbate existing non-conformities. The board also discussed a recommendation from the fire prevention officer to consider residential sprinklers due to tight street access, which the applicants agreed to consider. Additionally, the board addressed procedural matters including meeting minutes approval and scheduling future hearings, with some discussion about holding upcoming meetings in person versus via Zoom. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.