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What Are You Allowed to Build at 78 Elson Rd, Waltham, MA, 02451?

Backyard Cottage

(Detached ADU)

Might be Allowed

This property may qualify for a Detached ADU of up to 900 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 900 sq ft allowed By Right, or possibly more by Special Permit, but there are some special considerations.

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

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

R0500390011

Property Type

Two Family

Zone

RA-4

Year Built

1910

Lot Size

5,662 sq ft

Gross Building Area

2,248 sq ft

Gross Floor Area

2,536 sq ft

Estimated

Living Area

2,536 sq ft

Basement Area

0 sq ft

Impervious Surface

2,248 sq ft

Estimated

39.7%of lot coverage

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