Members of the Haverhill School Committee arguably violated state law Thursday night in their zeal to score an election advance by voting to end legal action against the Haverhill teachers’ union. They also appeared to have strategically leaked the decision to the union. School Committee members Scott W. Wood Jr. and Toni Sapienza-Donais rejected an […]
By John Lee Grant |
Haverhill City Hall. (WHAV News file photograph.)
The Haverhill City Council last night approved a special permit to construct six triplex condominium homes on a new subdivision at 1240 Boston Road.
Currently, that three-acre site is occupied by a single-family home owned by David W. O’Leary. Development plans would keep O’Leary’s home on the property, while moving it back 240 feet.
Attorney Paul A. Magliochetti, representing development company Boston Haverhill told the Council this is a well-thought-out plan.
“This is a project that actually started well over a year ago. This isn’t something that was put together quickly or in haste. We’re not seeking any variances or any waivers for this development, so it conforms completely with zoning in that area. Requested use preserves the character of the site and the neighborhood. It will have a minimal impact on the neighborhood,” he said.
By WHAV Staff |
Architect’s rendering of proposed tri-plex condominium building off Boston Road in Haverhill.
The public has opportunities to shape policy this week as various Haverhill boards meet. In the interest of transparency in government, WHAV provides this list of upcoming meetings every week.
The Haverhill City Council hears a proposal tonight to permit 18 two-bedroom condominium homes and relocate an existing single-family home off Boston Road.
Boston Haverhill’s plan for six tri-plex buildings was originally planned to be heard last month, but was postponed. If approved, a subdivision would be created on the three-acre site while keeping the single-family home of David W. O’Leary, according to documents filed with the city by attorney Paul A. Magliochetti of Sheehan, Schiavoni, Jutras and Magliocchetti. He said each lot meets zoning requirements for three-family units.