ZBA approves garage replacement and stair variances for 22 Dearborn Street

Architect John Woodruff presented a revised application for 22 Dearborn Street that reduced the requested variances from four to three by sliding the replacement garage deeper into the yard and adjusting setbacks. He said the existing 105-year-old garage is structurally compromised and the proposed new garage follows the rear-yard footprint while improving safety and accessibility.

After questions from board members and no public opposition, a board member moved to approve the application under the five-factor balancing test; the motion was seconded and the board approved the variances for a new detached two-car garage, revised exterior stair and a minor increase in accessory-square footage.