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What Are You Allowed to Build at 17 Carleton St Rear, Newton, MA, 02458?

Backyard Cottage

(Detached ADU)

Might be Allowed

This property may qualify for a Detached ADU of up to 146 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 146 sq ft allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit, but there are some special considerations.

Swimming Pool

Probably Not Allowed

This property likely does not meet the zoning requirements for a swimming pool. A variance or other zoning relief may be required. 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

Probably Allowed

We estimate you can expand this property by up to 869 sq ft under current zoning rules. This may allow for a horizontal addition, a vertical addition, or both, depending on design and permitting.

Property facts

Zoning Jurisdiction

NEWTON

Parcel ID

710010035

Property Type

Single Family

Zone

MR2

Year Built

1920

Lot Size

1,999 sq ft

Gross Building Area

291 sq ft

Gross Floor Area

291 sq ft

Estimated

Living Area

291 sq ft

Basement Area

0 sq ft

Impervious Surface

291 sq ft

Estimated

14.6%of lot coverage

ADU rules for Newton, MA

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