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Home My WebLink About0002 LONGVIEW DRIVE � _ L. L. 3 L T rl s The Law Office of Wf l€ OF BP_1K5511ABLE 4ls DAVID V. LAWLER, 540 Main Street, Suite 8=ma k- oi l : Hyannis, MA 02601 Telephone: (508) 778-0303 Facsimile: (508) 778-4600 - -� �? I Q42 Main Street Email Address: Osterville,MA 02655 Dlawler.atty@verizon.net Telephone:(508)428- 0542 April 22, 2010 Thomas Perry, Building Inspector Town of Barnstable 200 Main Street Hyannis, MA 02601 Dear Building*Inspec11tor Perry Please be advised`that I-represent'ari Edward Gagnon of 2 Longview Drive, Centerville; Massachusetts and this`le'tter�is concerning acknowledgment.for his.ability,to continue"operation of a firearms repair and maintenance business which he has operated since the late 1960's:= In support of this request, I have attached herewith an Affidavit of Mr. Gagnon as well as an Affidavit of Edward Teague, a'very well-known and respected individual here on Cape Cod. HISTORY OF PRE-EXISTING USE Mr. Gagnon purchased his'home on Long View Drive in 1962 and sometime in the late 1960's, he began operating a firearis repair shop from his house and his garage. In the early 1960's up and through approximately 1997, Mr. Gagnon would use his garage while employed at a local gun shop and would repair_firearms evenings and weekends as part of his job at the local gun shop. In 1997, Mr. Gagnon went out on his own and began to operate a gun repair business from his home which he operated up until recently when he was requestedto have a home business certificafe. As per the Affidavits of Mr. Teague and Mr. Gagnon, it is quite clear that he has operated this�busine's's'since as early as„the late 1960's but certainly no later than 1997 and Mr. Gagnon's use predated'the-requirement:,for a,home:business occupation. It is-important to note that during this forty year period, there have been no complaints about fiis operation of the "business'from his home`and''garage and this is supported by the Affidavit of Mr. Gagnon. Thomas Perry Page 2 April 22, 2010 Unfortunately, Mr. Gagnon has no records from the early time of his operation of the business, however,the Affidavits of these two individuals whose reputations are beyond reproach should be sufficient to satisfy any questions you may have. Mr. Gagnon understands that he may not enlarge or in any other way expand his operation in that it is a pre-existing, non-conforming use. Finally, Mr. Gagnon does not sell firearms from the location and has no intention of expanding the use to include the sale of firearms and is strictly a repair and maintenance shop. CONCLUSION AND REQUEST Based upon the,above, it is evident that Mr. Gagnon has operated this business from the late 1960's and would be entitled to continue the operation as a pre-existing, non-conforming use within the zoning district. I believe that it is appropriate for you as the Building Commissioner to issue a short letter acknowledging this and I would ask that you do the same. Should you have any questions or concerns,please do not hesitate to contact me. j or U4i21/201U 12:17 FAX 508 495 0291 FALMOUTH DIST CT JUDGE U 002 FROM <THU)A" 22 2010 10:44/ST. �O:44/No.93097AT39@ V 2 AFFDVIT OF EDWARD B.TEAGUE I Edward B. Teague do hereby depose and state; I. I am an individual resident of Barnstable County. 2. I have known Edward Gagnon of 2 Longview Drive Centerville Massachusetts for well over thirty years, 3. I have been a continuing customer of Mr. Gagnon's Gun repair and restoration business since on or about 1977, if not prior. .4. Mr. Gagnon has operated that business continuously from Ids home at 2 Longview Drive since on or before 1977. 5. I have never known Mr. Gagnon to sell firearms from his h)me; and 6. I know Edward Gagnon to be an individual of dignity, coin non sense and strong . moral character Sworn under the pain: and penalties of perjury this,;I P JAY y of Apr.z12010. F Edward B. Te ag e r I AFFIDAVIT OF EDWARD GAGNON I, Edward Gagnon,do hereby depose and state: 1. 1 am an individual and have lived at 2 Longview Drive,Centerville, Massachusetts since approximately 1962. 2. 1 have been operating a gunsmiths'shop out of my garage and home since the late 1960's or early 1970's converting it into a business as late as 1977, but possibly earlier. 3. 1 would repair firearms at home as part of my employment with the gun dealer essentially, operating a cottage industry from my home. Thus,the period of my home business operation' most likely ran as early as the late 1960's but without question from 1977 to date. 4. 1 have continually operated the business out of the garage and home since that time until I was recently asked to obtain certain permits concerning a home operated business. 5. Though I possess a license which allows me to sell firearms, I do not sell firearms out of my home and merely maintain and repair vintage firearms. 6. 1 take all safety precautions in performingthese activities s as I have done since 1977. 7. 1 believe I have been in compliance with home business regulations prior to the enactment of any home business regulation within the town. 8. 1 have never had a complaint from neighbors regarding the repair business. Sworn under the pains and penalties of perjury this day of April, 2010. Edward Gagnon w � r Town.of Barnstable tHE Regulatory Services �F Tp� P� ti Thomas F. Geiler,Director Building Division . w BARNSTABLE, y MASS. Tom Perry,Building Commissioner �O i6Jq. �0 �tfnNtpta 200 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601 www.town.barnstable.ma.us Office: 508-862-4038 Fax: 50 - 90-6230 Approved• _ Fee: ohs• _ Permit#: c3�l HOME OCCUPATION REGISTRATION Date: 1�7qO�c� Name: Zb U1K 1) Cam- —�✓`��v Plione #JCJd 77S J—p AI 6 u t E(.�� Village: i t2c� Address: Name of Business: �� C S�o 'S --------------------------------------[----- Type of 13usiuess:�u iv s m �T�-} Ma i/I ot: o� INTENT: It is the intent of this section to allow the residents of the'Town of Barnstable to operate a home occupation . within single family dwellings,subject to the provisions of Section 4 1.4 of the Zoning ordinance,provided that the activity shall not be discernible from outside the chvelling: there shall be no increase in noise or odor;no Visual alteration to the premises which would suggest anything other than a residential use;no increase in traffic above❑or en al resideliti al volume ; , and no increase in air or groundwater pollution. After registration witli the Building hrspector,a customary Ironic occupation shall be perniitte(I as of right sul.1 t to theme following conditions: • Fhe activity is carried oil by the permanent"resident of a single family residential dwell tij;unit,tocaWd Wits that dwelling unit. • Such use occupies no more than 400 square feet of space. y • There are no external alterations to the dwelling which are not customary in residential buildings,au'd the is no outside eVridence of•such use. UD • No traffic will be generated in excess of normal residential volumes. • 'File use does not involve the production of offensive noise,Vibration,smoke,(lust or other pNirticular matter, odors,electrical disturbance,heat,glare, humidity or other objectionable effects. e "1'liere is no storage or use of toxic or hazarclqus materials,or flainniable or explosive materials, in excess of normal liouseliold quauitities. • Any need for parking generated by such use shall be met on the same lot containing the Customary Home Occupation,and not within the required front yard. • "Fliere is no exterior storage or display of naterials or equipment. • There are no commercial velricles related to [lie Customary Home Occupation,other than one van or orie pick-up truck not to exceed one ton capacity,and one trailer not to exceed 20 feet in length and not to exceed 4 tires,parked on the same lot containing the Customary Home Occupation. • No sign shall be displayed indicating the Customary Home Occupation. • If the Customary Home Occupation is listed or advertised as a business,the street address shall not be included. • No person shall be employed in the Customary Home Occupation who is not a perniauent resident of the dwelling unit. I, the undersigned, have read and agree mth the above restrictious for nay borne occupation I un registering. Applieant: bate: Homeoc.doc 1?C\- QI/3/OR YOU WISH TO OPEN A BUSINESS? For Your Information: Business certificates (cost$30.00 for.4 years). A business certificate ONLY REGISTERS YOUR NAME in town (which you must do by M.G.L.-it does not give you permission to operate.) Business Certificates are available at the Town Clerk's Office, 1" FL., 367 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601 (Town Hall) F� t ,r,, � DATE: 61� Fill in please: APPLICANT'S A��0V5,5} YOUR NAME/S: 1�VJ#tZ� CY# C-wZN BUSINESS YOUR HOME ADDRESS:_ .� Ly+V G.cJ t ELj DK y =Kz � aj cSoP 77� -1?7�- �'6A1 E 0 �}c tL.� �►'/�i- 0. , 3 Z �s TELEPHONE # Home Telephone Number S'o8 a tt NAME'::OF CORPORATION: .NAME OF.NEW.BUSINESS E. TYPE OF BUSINESS IS THIS A HOME OCCUPATION? YE5 ND ADDRESS OF:BUSINESS 1.1 u :LL�t.:.+� ssessing MAP/PARCEL NUMBER : � _ .�� When starting a new business there are several things you must do in order to be in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Town of Barnstd'ble. This form is intended to assist you in obtaining the information you may need. You MUST GO TO 200 Main St. — (corner of Yarmouth Rd. & Main Street) to make sure you have the appropriate permits and licenses required to legally operate your business in this town. 1. BUILDING COM SIO R'S OFF[ This individu I ha be i o d fan er t require ents tha peU n' T ftPE°W'! 9RbME OCCUPATION A rize ig * RULES AND REGULATIONS. FAILURE TO COMMENTS COMPLY MAY RMLT IN FINES. 2. BOARD OF HEALTH This individual ha ee med of the!e it r r nts tha pertain to this type of business. MUST COMPLY WITH ALL HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGULATIONS Authorized Sig ure* COMMENTS: 3. CONSUMER AFFAIRS (LICENSING AUTHORITY) This individual has e n in d of the licensing requirements that pertain to this type of business. Aut orhze Sign tur COMMENTS: O t A�ss�essor s map and lot number ,',x ..n....w�.......J........... Y P�Of THE r0� Sewage Permit number W"wow w House number .......................:................................................ � 039 p i6}q. `00 TOWN OF BAR NSTA "TA`�ONS BUILDING INSPECTOR y�, t 0 76 APPLICATION .FOR PERMIT TO ......:.ct...? -f'. ....................................................... :!............................:.......... � ,U� A •� � TYPEOF CONSTRUCTION ............................................................................................................................'......... � p.....`..... ......19z. TO THE INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS: The undersigned hereby applies for a permit according to the following information: Location .....oG... .I1T�VI etv. bjr............ �z� LL�.........:.. �.`t`�.........�.:z.b..3. ...... ..... ..... ........... ProposedUse .......S.T........................................ .`...... . ........................................ .................................................. Zoning District .:......p..:.r�..f......................................................Fire District � Dr Name of Owner `� r�:... ... �.!!�.�. ............Address ....! ...... f 4T....../" Nameof Builder .......ePfY!..... . ..........................................Address ...........:.............. ......................:................. s Nameof Architect ..,... � Address.. . ......................... .............. ....... ......................................... Number of Rooms / ............ ...,�.......V. e.............:.............Foundation ��?A/��1.......... �Z... Exlerior ......W Roofing .................................. Floors ................Interior 1nY t1 ........ ..........CZ).......ol... . '........................... :............... IV Heating X g ...................................... . .....'/..........::....................................Plumbing Fireplace Ar�a� ...........Approximate Cost Definitive Plan Approved by Planning'Board -----------____---------------19________ Area ...... .� .Q:..... .............. Diagram of Lot and,'Building with.Dimensions Fee 1. 0.................... SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF BOARD OF HEALTH I hereby agree to conform to all the Rules and Regulations of the Town of Barnstable regarding the above construction. �� Z. Nam ......... r- Gagnon, Edward 'f ' 216 0 tool shed........ No .......�`........ Permit for .......................... ............... ............................................................ # u Location ..........2..JAQng.ViQ.W.. ................... ........................Hyannis...................:................... a y Owner ............Eayard...Qagn.4.n......................... Type of Construction .............fr.aMe................... ......... .............................. ................................ Plot ...................... Lot ................................ `� T 7 er 79 1 Se temb 7 Permit Granted ..........�?............................19 � Date of Inspection ", 19 I _ Date Completed ................... J..::.19 PERMIT REFUSED _ ............................ .. 19 ✓� "sue in y ....... .... ................................. I f P •.. ^=) . may. ........ , ....................• s............. .... 'f �yY r ` 11 . C.4, ........ .�. ......................................... ... 1 t,,,• /"t ,!r�1 PP i ..... Vj ••�................................................... a1j J �f. 41 ............................................................................... Assessor's map and lot number ......... TN Sewage Permit number ........... BAE89TADLE, i House number ........................................................................ k1A6L I 1639- TOWN OF ',,BARNSTABLE BUILDING INSPECTOR APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO ........ Qs 11 (IS )4 i��jp ............................................................I......................................... TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION ......... ........F.R. .......................................................................... ......... .........................19........ .... .... ... L TO THE INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS: The undersigned hereby applies for a permit according to the following information: Location ...... ........L� 10,oq -Y j (3 .2 6 3 -R ... .. .... ... .. . ........ ..................... .................................................................................. c 'T(S ' -001- le ProposedUse ..........................................................T..................................X6�d..............................T................................................... Zoning District ....... I e,District /k,/4A 7...!. l ..................................................... Aj D r Nameof Owner L....................... ................... ............Address ................................................................................ Nameof Builder ...............I....................................................Address ........................... ............................................. Name of Architect .........��A M 455 ..................................................Address .................................................................................... Number of Rooms ........... ....... .............................Foundation ...............S. *....................... Exterior ......N Aj.�\v. ...................................Roofing .................................. ...................... Floors ........... ..............................................Interior ...........Nq.A`�,9........i................................................. tr ........... ......Heating .. 0umbing T.....]........................................................... Fireplace ..................................... ........................................Approximate Cost .................................................................... Definitive Plan Approved by Planning Board -------------------------------19--------- Area .... Diagram of Lot and Building with Dimensions Fee ....... ............................... SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF BOARD OF HEALTH I hereby agree to conform to all the Rules and Regulations of the Town of Barnstable regarding the above construction. Nam e. .................. .............. Gagnon*, �d�ard �A=252-73 - - ~ ` ` � ^ � 2I650 tool abed ' ' No ................. Permit for ------------ - -\ ------------.-----.--------.. ' . ^ 2 Longview Drive . Location ------.--------.-----. ' - - Hyannis ---------------'----------- i Edvmard , ' Owner ------_ . . ` , � �ra�e ' Type of Construction ---- —--------- � . � ................................................ ---. ^ � .Plot ............................ Lox ----� ' � � ^ �September 17 79 Permit Granted ........................................lg � . � Date of Inspection lA Date Completed ^ r ' � ~- _ . . - . 1AIT REFUSED . � . -- ~ ........... -- ........................................ ................................. ............................................ ' ` Approved ............./............................. lg ' --------. ----....--.-----.--- t --------..�—..-----.—.,—~----.. ~� ~_ �-��--