Public comment from Dan Jensen in supportDaniel Philos-Jensen
95 Pine Lane
Barnstable, MA 02630
September 14, 2022
Town of Barnstable
Zoning Board of Appeals
367 Main Street
Planning and Development, 3rd Floor
Hyannis, MA 02601
Attention: Anna Brigham
Dear Zoning Board of Appeals,
In reference to Zoning Board of Appeals #2022-043, and #2022-044, although I am unable to attend
the meeting tonight, I would like to express my support to the structure layout, modifications, and
additions to the property owned by David and Diane Munsell at 3077 Main Street, Barnstable.
After reviewing the architectural plans with David Munsell, I believe that the proposed location of the
addition, and modifications to the existing structure will create a balanced layout of the property. I
understand that the existing setback on the west side of the property is within 15 feet, and further
addition to the structure would not comply with regular zoning setback regulations. However, most of
the dwellings along historic route 6A have been modified in this exact manner since many of them
were built over 100 years ago without required orientation. These modifications that have been
approved and constructed have added character to our ever changing and historical highway.
I have been a resident of the town of Barnstable my entire life, and a resident of Barnstable Village for
20 years. I pass by the Munsell’s residences every day on my way to and from work. For the majority
of my residence, the carriage house has been run down and dilapidated. The Munsell’s made an
effort to revive and renovate the structure to a traditional form. The building is indeed in need of
further structural repairs and the plans that support the proposed addition look quite appropriate for
the neighborhood. The architectural plans directly represent a similar style to antique homes within
1/2 mile of 3077 Main Street.
Thank you,
Daniel Philos-Jensen