Board approves Kearneys’ request to convert duplex at 11 Gateway to condominiums

Attorney (recorded as Paul Tardiff) represented Michael and Linda Kearney in petition 5248 asking the board to permit converting an existing two‑family dwelling at 11 Gateway into condominium ownership under section 104.4. The attorney said the duplex was built around 1966, has defined exclusive‑use areas, and is served by a single septic system sized for the four bedrooms on site.

Board members reviewed submitted condominium documents (master deed and declaration of trust) and site plans; they agreed the conversion would not change exterior use and that condominium governance would ensure maintenance responsibilities for shared systems such as the septic. The board moved to approve the special permit; members voted by roll call 5–0. Board members noted the usual 20‑day appeal period following filing of the decision and asked the applicant’s attorney to submit a draft decision for the board to file.