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What Are You Allowed to Build at 20 Benjamin Rd, Lexington, MA, 02421?

Backyard Cottage

(Detached ADU)

Might be Allowed

This property may qualify for a Detached ADU of up to 1,000 sq ft allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit, but there are some special considerations.

In Home Apartment

(Conversion or Addition)

Might be Allowed

This property may qualify for an Internal ADU of up to 1,000 sq ft allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit, but there are some special considerations.

Swimming Pool

Might be Allowed

This property may meet the zoning requirements to build a swimming pool. Some factors may affect feasibility. Based on applicable zoning limits, the estimated buildable area for a pool. Final feasibility may depend on site-specific conditions and local interpretation.

Single Family

Probably Not Allowed

The existing home is allowed as a legally nonconforming structure. However, the lot does not meet current zoning requirements for new Single-Family construction. A variance or other zoning relief may be requested.

Multi Family

Home Addition

Might be Allowed

The property may meet the zoning requirements to build a Home Addition up to 5,591 sq ft of zoning-counted floor area. Additional factors may affect feasibility.

Property facts

Zoning Jurisdiction

LEXINGTON

Parcel ID

1118

Property Type

Single Family

Zone

Year Built

1953

Lot Size

14,008 sq ft

Gross Building Area

2,376 sq ft

Gross Floor Area

2,290 sq ft

Estimated

Living Area

2,205 sq ft

Basement Area

0 sq ft

Impervious Surface

2,376 sq ft

Estimated

17.0%of lot coverage

ADU rules for Lexington, MA

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