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What Are You Allowed to Build at 161 Pond Brook Rd, Newton, MA, 02467?

Backyard Cottage

(Detached ADU)

Probably Allowed

This property meets the requirements for a Detached ADU of up to 1,000 sq ft allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit.

In Home Apartment

(Conversion or Addition)

Probably Allowed

This property meets the requirements for an Internal ADU of up to 1,000 sq ft allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit.

Swimming Pool

Probably Allowed

This property likely meets the zoning requirements to build a swimming pool. 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 of zoning-counted floor area. Additional factors may affect feasibility.

Property facts

Zoning Jurisdiction

NEWTON

Parcel ID

820300050

Property Type

Single Family

Zone

SR3

Year Built

2004

Lot Size

8,062 sq ft

Gross Building Area

2,256 sq ft

Gross Floor Area

4,147 sq ft

Estimated

Living Area

4,147 sq ft

Basement Area

0 sq ft

Impervious Surface

2,256 sq ft

Estimated

28.0%of lot coverage

ADU rules for Newton, MA

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