THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, ApRil 29, 2022 Page 17 Commuter Rail train collides with car By Christopher Roberson A 27-year-old Lynn woman and her passenger narrowly escaped an oncoming Commuter Rail train shortly before midnight on April 22. Superintendent Richard Sullivan of the MBTA Transit Police said the incident occurred at 11:55 p.m. when the vehicle became stuck on the train tracks located behind Encore Boston Harbor. Outdoor dining to be available for local restaurants M Sullivan said the woman, whose identity has not been released, told MBTA Transit offi cers that she was following directions on her GPS device when her vehicle became stuck on the tracks. Realizing their perilous situation, the driver and her passenger rushed to safety shortly before the train slammed into the vehicle. Although the exact speed is not known, Commuter Rail trains are capable ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ CITY OF EVERETT ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS 484 BROADWAY, ROOM 24 ayor Carlo DeMaria recently announced that the City of Everett will be off ering permits for outdoor dining to businesses in Everett. Permits will be available to businesses that fi ll out and submit an application form by email (OutdoorDining@ci.everett.ma.us) or in person to the Planning & Development Department on the second fl oor of City Hall. As summer approaches, we understand how important outdoor dining can be to local restaurants and cafés in our community. We would like to help by off ering them the option to take part. EVERETT, MASSACHUSETTS 02149 617-394-2498 To Whom It May Concern: This notice is to inform you that a public hearing will be held on Monday May 16, 2022 at 6:00 PM, Everett City Hall, 3rd Floor George Keverian Hearing Room. All interested parties may attend and opinions will be heard regarding the following petition. Whereas a petition has been presented by: Property Address: 13-15 Francis Street Map/Lot: L0-06-000025 Person Requesting: Mr. Sanderson Nascimento 123 Pleasant Street Wakefield, MA 01880 PROPOSAL: The owner wishes to convert the existing two (2) family dwelling into a three (3) family dwelling. The plot plan submitted indicates that six (6) parking spaces are proposed. The lot is 5,827 square feet and lies in the Dwelling District. The rear porch will be extended along the side of the dwelling which will increase the existing non-conformity. Reason for Denial: Permit was denied in accordance to the City of Everett Zoning Ordinance Appendix A as follows: Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen GET A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO MASSTERLIST – Join more than 22,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, who start their weekday morning with MASSterList—the popular newsletter that chronicles news and informed analysis about what’s going on up on Beacon Hill, in Massachusetts politics, policy, media and infl uence. The stories are drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced writers Chris Van Buskirk and Keith Regan who introduce each article in their own clever and inimitable way. MASSterlist will be e-mailed to you FREE every Monday through Friday morning and will give you a leg up BEACON | SEE PAGE 18 April 29 & May 6, 2022 • The Floor Area Ratio is above the allowable (.5) the FAR on this project is at .72 or .22 above the allowed FAR. A variance will be required. • The plan is showing a driveway of only 12 (twelve) feet, parking for more than 5 (five) cars will require a driveway of 18 (eighteen) feet to allow ingress and exiting at the same time. A variance will be required. • The required side setback is a minimum 4 (four) feet with a total of 16 (sixteen) feet for the Dwelling District. The plan shows the rear deck will be built within the 4 (four) foot side offset; this will require a special permit to increase the existing non conformity. Zoning Ordinance Sections 1. Section 4 Dwelling Districts (a) Uses: A. Uses. Within any dwelling district as indicated on the zoning map, no building, structure or premises shall be used and no building or structure shall be erected which is intended or designed to be used in whole or in part for any industry, trade, manufacturing, or commercial purposes, of for other than the following specified purposes: 1. A single or double semi-detached dwelling existing at the time of the first enactment of the Zoning Ordinance may be converted to provide not more than a total of three (3) dwelling units provided that the following standards are met: Any addition shall comply with the front, side and rear yard requirements and height limitations of the Zoning Ordinance. Where the existing building is already non-conforming, any alteration shall not increase the existing non-conformity. Parking in accordance with this Zoning Ordinance shall be provided for any additional dwelling units. (Ord. of 4-29-91) 2. Section 4 Dwelling Districts b) Dimensional Requirements: Line 2 Lot Area c. All other uses--------------0.5 maximum floor area ratio (Ord. of 6-29-87; Ord. of 4-29-91 Ord. of 7/16/2002; Ord. of 11/13/2007) 3. Section 17 Off Street Parking (O) 5. “All parking areas shall have an access road with a minimum of eighteen (18) feet to allow ingress and exiting at same time.” 4. Section 4 Dwelling Districts (b) Dimensional Requirements (6) Side yard (a): “Four (4) feet minimum with a total of sixteen (16) feet” Mary Gerace - Chairman Roberta Suppa - Clerk Board of Appeals of reaching speeds of up to 80 miles per hour. The train was not carrying any passengers at the time of the collision. Sullivan said the vehicle sustained major damage and had to be towed from the scene. The train received minor damage and was temporarily taken out of service for repairs. Additional information was not available as the incident remains under investigation.
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