When and how is the public hearing?

The hearing is May 28, 2026 at 9:15 AM and will be held remotely via Zoom; see the Chilmark zoning webpage or email akisselgof@chilmarkma.gov for access.

What is the applicant requesting?

A Special Permit to add to a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling, increasing total living area at 20 Eliot Ave.

Public Hearing — 20 Eliot Ave, Chilmark, MA

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The Chilmark Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a remote Zoom public hearing on May 28, 2026 at 9:15 AM for a Special Permit petition to expand a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling at 20 Eliot Ave in the Shore Zone, potentially increasing total living area.

Key Takeaways

Hearing: May 28, 2026 at 9:15 AM (remote via Zoom)
Project: additions to a non-conforming Shore Zone dwelling
Location: 20 Eliot Ave (Map 33 Lot 23)
Applicant: Sourati Engineering Group LLC for 20 Eliot Owner LLC
Permit sought under Chilmark Zoning Articles 6, 8, and 11

Published: May 15, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Chilmark
Address: 20 Eliot Ave, Chilmark, MA

Research context

4 public hearing notices in Chilmark (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the remote hearing
Join the Zoom hearing on May 28, 2026 at 9:15 AM; request access from akisselgof@chilmarkma.gov or via the town website.
2
Review petition materials
Check the Chilmark Zoning Board of Appeals page for application documents prior to the May 28 hearing.
3
Submit comments or questions
Email concerns or questions to akisselgof@chilmarkma.gov ahead of the hearing for Board consideration.

Frequently asked questions

When and how is the public hearing?: The hearing is May 28, 2026 at 9:15 AM and will be held remotely via Zoom; see the Chilmark zoning webpage or email akisselgof@chilmarkma.gov for access.
What is the applicant requesting?: A Special Permit to add to a pre-existing non-conforming dwelling, increasing total living area at 20 Eliot Ave.
Where can I find more information about the petition?: Visit https://www.chilmarkma.gov/zoning-board-appeals or email akisselgof@chilmarkma.gov for documents and Zoom details.

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Legal terms in this notice

Special Permit: A local authorization allowing a use or alteration that zoning rules otherwise restrict, subject to conditions.
pre-existing non-conforming dwelling: A building that legally existed before current zoning but doesn't meet current rules.
Shore Zone: A protected coastal area with additional rules for development to protect coastal resources.

Full Notice Text

CHILMARK ZONING BOARDOF APPEALSThere will be a remote Zoom public hear-ing on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 9:15AMto act on a petition for a Special Permit un-der Chilmark's Zoning By-Laws Article 6Sections 6.6 & 6.11, Article 8 Section 8.3and Article 11 Section 11.6 A2ia filed bySourati Engineering Group LLC on behalf of20 Eliot Owner LLC. The applicant seeks tomake additions to a pre-existing, non-con-firming dwelling in the Shore Zone of theCoastal District that would exceed total liv-ing area. The project is proposed for theproperty located at 20 Eliot Ave; Assessors'Map 33 Lot 23.Please seehttps://www.chilmarkma.gov/zoning-board-appeals or emailakisselgof@chilmarkma.gov for Zoom in-formation.Administrator2X 5/8/26, 5/15/26may8,15,2-t

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