Hudson, New Hampshire Development News

Zoning Board Grants Variance for Shed Placement on Non-Conforming Lot

The zoning board heard a request for a variance to install a 16 by 30 foot shed at 17 Gibson Road. The variance sought was to place the shed 16 feet from the side yard setback, where 30 feet is required, deviating from ordinance 334-27. The applicant argued that the variance was necessary due to the property's non-conforming lot size (150 feet width vs. the current 200 feet requirement) and the placement of utilities and natural features in the backyard, making the end of the driveway the most practical and feasible location. The board discussed the recent zoning changes that made the lot non-conforming and the hardship this would impose. A letter of no objection was received from a direct abutter at 13 Gibson Road. The board ultimately voted 5-0 to grant the variance, acknowledging the practical difficulties and lack of negative impact on the neighborhood.