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factual reporting of a zoning variance decision
At the Feb 17 ZBA meeting, the Town of Amherst granted a variance for 94 Boston Post Road, allowing a new barn/garage to exceed height and setback limits. The approval is subject to Historic District Commission oversight... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/amherst/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-02-17/ #MeetingWatch #AmherstNH
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highlighting the board's admission of a pattern regarding legal errors/rehearings
Amherst ZBA granted a rehearing for the Bramf Family Trust (Trask Way) on Feb 17, citing alleged legal errors in a previous subdivision decision. A board member noted they 'always' err on the side of granting rehearings... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/amherst/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-02-17/ #MeetingWatch #AmherstNH
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highlighting community concerns regarding infrastructure
During the Feb 17 ZBA meeting, residents raised concerns about potential septic damage during excavation at 94 Boston Post Road. While the board allowed the applicant to respond, the technical risks to local infrastructure... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/amherst/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-02-17/ #MeetingWatch #AmherstNH
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What is the Amherst ZBA’s policy on legal errors? At the Feb 17 meeting, the Board granted a rehearing for the Bramf Family Trust regarding a lot subdivision on Trask Way. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #AmherstNH
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The request for rehearing is based on alleged legal errors in a previous decision. During the discussion, a board member stated that in 12 years, they have never rejected a request for a rehearing, saying it is 'always better to err on the side of going through it again.'
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This admission suggests a standard practice of reopening cases to avoid legal challenges. While it may prevent litigation, it raises questions about the initial accuracy and legal soundness of the Board's previous decisions. #AmherstNH #LocalGovernment https://meetingwatch.org/nh/amherst/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-02-17/
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At the February 17 Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) meeting, two key decisions highlighted the board's current approach to land use and legal procedural errors in Amherst. First, the ZBA unanimously approved a variance for 94 Boston Post Road. The applicants requested relief from established height and side setback regulations to build a new post and beam barn/garage. While the board approved the request, the project remains subject to approval by the Historic District Commission (HDC) to ensure it meets district standards. Second, the board addressed a request for a rehearing regarding the Bramf Family Revocable Trust (Trask Way) due to alleged legal errors in a prior lot re-subdivision decision. Notably, a board member remarked that in their 12 years on the board, they have never rejected a request for a rehearing, stating it is "always better to err on the side of going through it again." While granting rehearings can prevent protracted legal battles, the board's admission of a blanket policy to avoid rejection suggests a recurring need to correct previous procedural or legal mistakes. Residents should stay informed on how these decisions impact local subdivision standards and long-term land use. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/amherst/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-02-17/ #MeetingWatch #AmherstNH