In a recent meeting of the Town of Lynn Board, a variance request for a 22-foot rear yard setback was approved despite some concerns regarding fire safety. The request, which sought to convert an existing back porch into a sunroom while maintaining the same footprint, was necessitated by the previous owners' construction without a permit.

The board received a letter dated September 9, 2024, supporting the variance, and after minimal discussion, the motion to grant approval was passed with a vote of 3 to 1. Supervisor Zimmerman expressed concerns about the proximity of houses and potential fire hazards, but Clerk Morris noted that the applicant had previously addressed these issues, assuring that their builders had experience in mitigating such risks.

No opposition was voiced during the meeting, and the hearing concluded without any letters against the variance being presented. The board will reconvene on September 12 to continue its discussions.