Redevelopment intensity at 75 Pope Street / 2 West Street
Summary
Neighbors fought the original two-unit, cottage-plus-pool plan in August; the developer came back with a single-family plan, a smaller garage, a plunge pool, and a preserved maple tree. The board approved it 4-1 with screening, stormwater, and fencing conditions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
The rehab should replace a rundown property and lift nearby property values, per board discussion.
The owners gain a modern single-family home with pool amenities, and neighbors get a far less intensive project than first proposed.
The abutting neighbors still objected to added lot coverage and the pool setback on an already over-built lot.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
Fleury Properties second dwelling unit
Drops from two dwellings to one, preserves a large maple, and improves a dilapidated corner property — with neighbors still watchful.
4 Friendship Street garage ADU
Adds a long-term rental unit without expanding the footprint; ample driveway parking.
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