LOI

Mr. Lochner is proposing a 20’ x 50’ addition to his detached garage that was constructed in 2021. Two variances were granted for the project by the ZBA on 8/25/2021, one for an accessory structure located nearer the front property line than the rear footprint of the principal structure, and the other for a second accessory structure. The garage addition will house a recently purchased 40’ motor home with its primary purpose of keeping the vehicle out of view of the neighbors traveling on the shared private drive as well as providing shelter for the vehicle from the inclement weather which occurs so often in this area. The neighbors are in favor of housing the motor home in an aesthetically pleasing garage as opposed to its being situated in the driveway. It was determined area variances were necessary when Mr. Lochner’s building permit application for the addition was denied on 5/28/26 due to non-conformance with Town Code. At this time the project was scaled back from a 24’ x 50’ addition to a 20’ x 50’ addition to be closer to compliance, however, variances still appear necessary per review of Town Code Section 350-36. At a meeting with Town staff on 9/14/26 it was suggested our initial application be an Interpretation review to confirm what variances are required and map out the best path forward for this application. We do not believe the garage addition will have an adverse impact on the environment, the traveling public, or character of the neighborhood. In fact, the project should provide a benefit for the immediate neighbors. Supporting information to this effect will be submitted for review with our formal area variance application and will include colored building elevations, supporting letters from the neighbors and the five Statements of Difficulty.