In a hearing on the proposed zoning changes for the Downtown District, the public learned that one controversial detail wasn’t “real”. They also learned steps the Board of Selectmen are taking on another controversial issue. And selectmen learned that some district residents are up in arms over a third issue. Read the full article → from Downtown District Update: 80% wasn’t real; Split lots being examined; 3-4 story building heights (Updated)
This morning, the Town posted a revised draft of the Downtown District zoning bylaw to be discussed in tonight’s forum. If adopted as written, developers would be allowed up to 80% “lot coverage” without needing special permit. Read the full article → from Revised Downtown District zoning draft raises concerns – BOS hearing tonight
The Board of Selectmen has scheduled another forum on the proposed Downtown District zoning for Tuesday. This one is listed as a public hearing. Unlike their previous forum, the Board’s zoning consultants will be available to answer questions and provide clarity. Read the full article → from Selectmen to address concerns on Downtown zoning (including criticized map) – Tuesday
The Board of Selectmen hosted a public forum on a plan for revitalizing downtown during their meeting last night. Read the full article → from Downtown District proposed zoning changes: Forum highlights; Hearings open Monday
At Annual Town Meeting, voters will be asked to adopt zoning changes proposed to revitalize the Downtown area. Here’s an update on the Town’s efforts. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative update: Selectmen holding forum Feb 16 on proposed zoning changes
Next week, multiple Town boards will discuss status and next steps for a proposed Village Mixed Use Zoning (VMUD) bylaw. Read the full article → from Meeting on Downtown “Village Mixed Use Zoning” bylaw – October 6
The Economic Development Committee won’t be bringing a zoning Article to Town Meeting voters in March. Read the full article → from Downtown zoning revamp postponed
As I’ve previously posted, the Planning Board will hold public hearings for four proposed Town Meeting Articles on Monday night. For those interested, here are a few updates. Read the full article → from Update on Jan 27 Article hearings: EDC Working Session tonight; New materials posted
The Economic Development Committee plans to bring zoning changes to Town Meeting in March. Leading up to it, they’re trying to drum up public support. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative: Zoning efforts update and “Roadshow” at Library
It appears that I misunderstood (and therefore misreported) the ZBA’s decision on approved permit uses for the lot at the corner of Main and Newton. Read the full article → from Clarification on ZBA’s 2018 decision on 2 E Main St
There was news worth sharing out of two of the hearings that opened two weeks ago.
Both are continued to this coming Monday. So, I’m trying to squeeze in an update first. Read the full article → from Updates on Planning Board hearings: Fayville Hall (with bonus Burnett House news) and 2 E Main (not mixed-use) (Updated)
The Planning Board’s hearings scheduled for July 22nd include three worth specially noting. Read the full article → from Planning Board hearings: Clark Field lighting, 2 East Main St mixed use, and Fayville Hall renovations
The discussion this Thursday will follow up on a discussion at the May 7th BOS meeting. On that night, selectmen approved EDC’s pursuit of a state grant to help their efforts. Read the full article → from Downtown Initiative: EDC & BOS joint meeting; Town pursuing grant for zoning assistance
Last week, the Economic Development Committee and Planning Board came to a tentative consensus on rewriting zoning to “revitalize” the Downtown Business Village. Read the full article → from Planning and EDC reach apparent compromise on plan to revise mixed-use zoning for Downtown Business Village