Zoning Board of Appeals | March 12, 2025

The meeting addressed appeals, primarily focusing on a special permit for a medical marijuana treatment center on Airport Road, Hyannis, and requested variances to increase signage at the Margaritaville Resort and for in-ground pool placement in Centerville.

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Key Points

• Appeal 2024-050 (Medical Marijuana Treatment Center): The Applicant, Tim McNamara d/b/a Holistic Health Group, proposes to operate a medical marijuana treatment center, licensed through a Host Community Agreement with the Town Council, with the purpose of conducting patient dispensary sales. The subject property is located at 120 Airport Road, Hyannis, MA. The applicant addressed the Chief of Police's concerns regarding the security plan, providing detailed responses to open-ended questions. The board ultimately approved the special permit, conditioning approval on receiving written confirmation of the security plan's adequacy from the Chief of Police.
• Appeal 2025-002 (Margaritaville Resort Signage): The applicant, Hyannis LSOF Investment LLC, requested variances to increase signage for the resort, arguing that the current limitations create substantial hardship due to the size and complexity of the property. The applicant sought a variance for additional signage related to hotel and resort in order to add six (6) additional signs. The board approved the variances with conditions limiting the type and location of lighting.
• Appeal 2025-004 (Accessory Dwelling Unit): The applicant withdrew their application.
• Appeal 2023-003 (Inground Pool): The applicant requested a variance for pool placement due to the property's shape and the presence of a large tree. The applicant requested a variance to locate the proposed in-ground pool 6.6 feet from the property line where 10 feet is required. The subject property is located at 139 Park Avenue, Centerville, MA. The board denied the variance due to a lack of unique circumstances and the availability of alternative solutions. The applicant withdrew the petition.

Highlights

• Extensive discussion regarding the interpretation of zoning ordinances and the application of variance criteria.
• The meeting highlighted the need for clearer guidelines regarding pool setbacks and signage in complex commercial properties. A letter to the Town Council was proposed to address these issues.
• The meeting demonstrated the challenges of balancing development needs with zoning regulations and the importance of clear communication between applicants and the board.