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PlanningBoard | 2016-02-08 | 4 | Staff Member Thomas said that any outstanding permit issues for a prior remodel of the house would need to be resolved before the proposal went before City Council. Board Member Sullivan asked about the apparently new concrete stanchions and whether they required permits. Staff Member Thomas said he would have to look into it and that depending on the size and materials it might not require a permit. Board Member Burton asked if the applicant could clarify when he speaks when the unit was last occupied. He also asked for details on the size and intent of the concrete pilings out front. Bobak Garandian, the applicant, said the pilings were six feet. He said he currently lives there and planned to move out as the construction ramped up. Board Member Burton said a six foot fence in a front yard would require a permit. Board Member Mitchell asked what type of restaurant the applicant intended. The applicant said it was intended to be a cajun/New Orleans style restaurant. President Knox White opened the public hearing. Sandip Jariwala, owner of Hawthorne Suites and President of WABA, spoke in favor of the proposed zoning change and restaurant. Michael McDonough said the Chamber of Commerce supports the proposed restaurant and zoning change. He asked for a unanimous endorsement. Alan Michaan said the West End could use another quality restaurant and extending the business district onto the side streets makes sense. Michelle Fredrick spoke in favor of the applicant and said he was a good neighbor. President Knox White closed the public hearing. Board Member Zuppan asked whether this property would be included in the WABA improvement district map. Approved Minutes Page 4 of 7 February 8, 2016 Planning Board | PlanningBoard/2016-02-08.pdf |