Neighbors back Farris family; homeowners-association land-swap discussed as fix

Several neighbors spoke in favor of the Farris family's variance request at the Hollis Zoning Board hearing. Tom Jambard (neighbor abutting the open space) said the pool "doesn't affect us" and described the pool as attractive, and Seth Souss (owner on Lynn Drive who said his parcel is part of the common-strip ownership) said he had "0 concern" with a variance. Katie Shea, another neighbor, said families on the street trust contractors but sympathized with the financial cost owners can face when contractors fail to finish work.

Multiple neighbors indicated willingness to discuss a lot-line change with the homeowners association as a way to bring the pool into compliance without removal. Tom Jambard and others said a lot-line adjustment or a transaction with the association could solve the setback issue but acknowledged the process could take months and would require approvals from multiple owners. The board heard this local support as part of the record but also discussed legal limits on a zoning board requiring association action.