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Rebuilding after fire on a nonconforming lot
North Salem, NY
Summary
A family whose house burned down needed several variances just to rebuild where their home stood for a century — the lot predates modern zoning rules. It shows how hard it can be to replace a damaged home on a small, older lot.
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Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
The rebuild itself is privately funded; the main cost to the town is review time and inspections.
✅Who benefits
The Kramer family, whose insurance-funded rebuild can now proceed without further delay.
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