Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2022 No action taken by ZBA at February meeting Five petitions postponed to March By Christopher Roberson F ive of the six petitions on the agenda at the February 22 Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting were postponed to March 21 while the last petition was withdrawn without prejudice. For the project at 403 Main St., applicant Alfred Lattanzi is seeking a variance and special permit to construct three more fl oors “on and around” the two buildings on the 8,317 square-foot parcel. The mixeduse development would include 16 residential units and two commercial units. Because the current buildings are non-conforming, Lattanzi will need a special permit and a decision from the ZBA stating that extending the ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $3.539 Mid Unleaded $3.579 Super $3.679 Diesel Fuel $4.099 "43 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2021 KERO $5.99 DEF $3.49 9 Diesel $3.839 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS “non-conforming condition” would not be harmful to the neighborhood. In addition, a variance will be needed from the setback of six feet, four inches in the rear of the property. The project will have a Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 3.2. At 57 Everett St., the owner is requesting a variance to convert a two-family home into a fi ve-family home. The size of the lot is 7,250 square feet, and fi ve parking spaces are being proposed. At 191 Nichols St., the applicant is seeking a special permit to convert a two-family home into a three-family home. However, as of right, a three-family home is not permitted in that part of the city. The parcel is 7,115 square feet while the building has 2,880 square feet of gross fl oor area and a FAR of 0.57. The project also calls for dormers to be installed on the left and right side of the home. At 530 Second St., the applicant, Jam Realty, is seeking a variance to demolish the current building and construct a six-story apartment building with 106 units. Jam Realty is also the applicant for 535 Second St. and is seeking a variance to demolish the current building and construct a four-story apartment building with 27 units. Christopher Lianos, the applicant for 21 Locust St., withdrew his petition without prejudice. He had been seeking a variance to convert a two-family home into a three-family home. Everett to receive $825K in CDBG funding By Christopher Roberson E verett is once again slated to receive an $825,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to provide funding for housing rehabilitation assistance, social services for homelessness individuals and youth and elder services as well as the Bread of Life. Matthew Lattanzi, director of Planning and Development, said the $825,000 grant is the maximum amount available for a Mini-Entitlement Community. Within that fi gure, he said, $438,000 will be used for the Housing Rehabilitation Program. “Assuming an average allocation of $36,500 per unit, this equates to 12 units eligible for rehabilitation,” said Lattanzi. “Residents can apply for zero percent interest loans for home repair projects and, if the property owner continues to own and live on the premises for a certain number of years, the loan is 100 percent forgivable.” In addition, $40,000 will be allocated to Housing Families Inc., $60,000 to Bread of Life, $35,000 to For Kids Only and $30,000 to Mystic Valley Elder Services. “These four organizations have shown their ability to spend down the funds within the year and have proven themselves as fantastic partners with the city, servicing our residents’ needs,” said Lattanzi. Councillor-at-Large Stephanie Smith highlighted the importance of using a portion of CDBG funds for youth programming. “I am hopeful that the Administration uses portions of this grant to further develop plans for a Boys and Girls Club for the youth of our city and for continuing to invest and support our local businesses that are still struggling in the aftermath of COVID,” she said. On the state level, more than $38 million in CDBG funds have been awarded to 57 communities throughout Massachusetts this year. “Community Development Block Grants have been critical to our efforts to support communities across the Commonwealth,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “Now more than ever, it is important that we focus our eff orts on providing services to our most vulnerable residents, and the projects we fund through CDBG are geared toward doing just that.” During the past two years, the state Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) secured more than $75 million in federal funding to assist 36 communities during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Municipalities continue to prove their adaptability with rapidly changing demands during this extended period of uncertainty. DHCD and our partners are here to help communities address short-term needs and plan for growth and shared prosperity,” said DHCD Undersecretary Jennifer Maddox. “I also want to thank the team at DHCD for their attention in distributing an additional $75 million CDBG CARES funds to support eviction diversion efforts, food stability initiatives, and other critical services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.” Seniors on the road again M ayor Carlo DeMaria and The Council on Aging (COA) have planned a very special trip to Aqua Turf, Tuesday April 12. Our luxury motor coach will depart the spring street stadium at 9 a.m. to Connecticut for a delightful luncheon and great entertainment by Mark Verselli. You will feast on a family style luncheon that includes, garden salad, Roasted Chicken, Glazed Baked Ham, potatoes, vegetable and an assortment of desserts for you to enjoy. Following Lunch, you will be entertained by the critically acclaimed impressionist, singer and comedian, Mark Verselli. Mark is well known in the Las Vegas and Atlantic City circuits for his tremendous talent. We will return approximately 5 p.m. Space is limited to 40 people, reservations are being accepted now at The Connolly Center COA Office. For additional information please call Cathi at 617394-2323 or Andrea at 617394-2260. Prices subject to change Ask about our Conditioner! FLEET
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