Garage conversion to accessory dwelling unit, 77 Kay St
Description
Scheduled hearing on converting an existing garage into a two-story accessory dwelling unit on a contributing property.
Impact summary
Adds a small dwelling unit in an existing garage structure; neighbors would see a slightly taller garage if the raise is approved as drawn.
Applicant
- Name
- Thomas Woll
- Address
- 77 Kay St, Newport, RISee this on the map
At a glance
- Hearings
- 2
- Public comments
- 0
- Total mentions
- 2
Recorded in the meeting · Historic District Commission
Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Meeting timeline (2)
Historic District Commission (Regular) - Aug 11, 2026
Thomas Woll wants to turn his contributing garage into an accessory dwelling unit, raising it 32 inches onto a foundation. Commissioners liked the concept but continued it for details on height, slate roofing, windows, and doors.
Historic District Commission (Regular) - Jun 11, 2026
Scheduled hearing on converting an existing garage into a two-story accessory dwelling unit on a contributing property.
Related issues (1)
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