RECENT ZONING RULING IN FLOOD ZONES (Cape Cod Waterfront Homes)

CAPE COD WATERFRONT HOMES Recent zoning ruling in flood zone has Cape Cod officials baffled Cape Cod Builders Blog The fallout and confusion catalyzed by FEMA’s promulgation of new Flood Insurance Rate Maps continues.  Here is a case of a Chatham landowner who applied for a permit to make some changes to their home…in 2007!…

The Outer-Cape!

What is The Outer-Cape! What is the Outer-Cape! From the Cape Cod National Seashore to the vibrant artist colony of Provincetown, the Outer Cape offers a diverse mix of activities and scenery for singles, couples, families and groups. Orleans, Eastham, Wellfleet, Truro and Provincetown all boast miles of biking and hiking trails; long, sandy beaches;…

The Lower-Cape!

What Is The Lower-Cape! If you look at the Cape as a flexed arm, the towns around the elbow—Brewster, Harwich and Chatham—make up the Lower Cape. One of the Cape’s most picturesque towns—Chatham—sits at the elbow. With its shop-filled old Main Street, Chatham’s walking village and gorgeous ocean vistas (complete with lighthouse) bring thousands of visitors…

The Mid-Cape!

What is The Mid-Cape! What is The Mid-Cape?…..The towns of Barnstable, Yarmouth and Dennis constitute what is known as the Mid-Cape. Barnstable is the largest and most populous Cape Cod town. It includes seven villages: Barnstable proper, Centerville, Cotuit, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Osterville and West Barnstable. A hub for transportation, Hyannis offers visitors access to…

What Is The Upper Cape!

What Is The Upper Cape? As different as sea shells found on their shores are the four towns the Upper Cape comprises. Closest to the Cape Cod Canal, this region includes the towns of Bourne, Falmouth, Sandwich and Mashpee. What IsThe Upper Cape!……At the Cape’s threshold, providing access via the Bourne, Sagamore and railroad bridges,…