Rhode Island Record
Newport, RI
Development

36 Simmons Street two-family conversion

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 26, 2026.

Public comments (3)

OpposedWinnifred KellyOct 26, 2026

A Simmons Street neighbor objected to the two-family designation, heavy lot coverage, and potential future density on a street of small grandfathered houses.

Zoning Board of Review - Regular October 2026 Meeting - Oct 26, 2026 · 2:09:09 →
OpposedMandy Kelly JoyceOct 26, 2026

Kelly's daughter and trustee said the two-family designation is her main objection, worrying about future resale and abuse, and questioned whether the house was ever legally a two-family.

Zoning Board of Review - Regular October 2026 Meeting - Oct 26, 2026 · 2:13:12 →
OpposedBrendan WalshOct 26, 2026

A Marshall Street abutter said he doesn't oppose construction but thinks the proposed addition is too big for the lot given setbacks and coverage.

Zoning Board of Review - Regular October 2026 Meeting - Oct 26, 2026 · 2:14:56 →