After the commission closed the hearing, members approved the application.
Chair Don A. Mitchell confirmed that all commissioners had reviewed the updated documents, noting that the structure would be placed on a slab and located away from wetlands.
Director of Planning George Benson assured the commission that the land use office had reviewed the plans to determine there was no need to refer the matter to the Inland Wetlands Commission.
Commissioner Corinne Cox expressed concern regarding the height of the building, which does not contain a second floor but does include a loft.
She confirmed with the property owner that there are plans to add onto the house in the future.