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What Are You Allowed to Build at 42 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA, 02451?

Backyard Cottage

(Detached ADU)

Probably Not Allowed

This lot does not meet the requirements for a Detached ADU. A variance may be requested through your local zoning authority

In Home Apartment

(Conversion or Addition)

Might be Allowed

This property may qualify for an Internal ADU of up to 900 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

This lot does not meet the zoning requirements to build a Single-Family home. A variance may be requested through your local zoning authority

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

WALTHAM

Parcel ID

R0500380006

Property Type

Two Family

Zone

RA-4

Year Built

1900

Lot Size

3,484 sq ft

Gross Building Area

1,823 sq ft

Gross Floor Area

2,814 sq ft

Estimated

Living Area

2,814 sq ft

Basement Area

0 sq ft

Impervious Surface

1,823 sq ft

Estimated

52.3%of lot coverage

ADU rules for Waltham, MA

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