4/30/ Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals — May 1, 2026

The Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on April 30, 2026, chaired by Donald Spirlet. The board approved business meeting minutes and public hearing minutes from April 9, 2026. The board discussed honoring longtime member Richard Cutler on his retirement after 29 years of service, planning a town-wide gathering at the Ponderosa on May 7, 2026, with a plaque presentation.

In public hearing business, the board voted unanimously to accept a letter of withdrawal from applicant Nelson Bernardo regarding Petition 1233 for a setback variance at 28 Marion Road, noting changes made to the steps and front facade. The board then resumed the public hearing for Petition 1234 submitted by Anita Milka for property at 19 County Road (Map 10, Lot 3A). The board voted 5-0 to approve a special permit for a kennel license for up to 15 dogs under Rochester Zoning Bylaws Chapter 20.40, Section F6, subject to conditions that the kennel be located on Lot 1 near the approximate center of the lot.

Following official business, members of the board shared personal tributes reflecting on Richard Cutler's mentorship, knowledge of town bylaws, volunteerism, and decades of public service to the town of Rochester before adjourning.

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