- NJ
- Hudson County
- 10/8/24
- 10/09/2024
- 234 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Jersey City Planning Board meeting, a proposal for a mobile concrete batching plant at Liberty Harbor North drew attention and discussion. The proposal, detailed by a designated developer, aims to establish the plant as an interim use for up to three years. Situated on a 0.9-acre site currently used for parking and vehicle storage, the plant is intended to serve both local and neighboring construction projects. However, its proximity to residential areas, approximately 400-450 feet away, raised community concerns regarding dust and noise pollution.
- MN
- Dakota County
- 10/8/24
- 10/08/2024
- 47 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Farmington Planning Commission meeting stirred controversy as residents expressed concerns about proposed amendments to the 2040 comprehensive plan, particularly regarding the rezoning of properties for a data center at Fountain Valley Golf Course and the Angus property. The commission approved the variance for a commercial daycare construction at Canen Drive, while discussions about the comprehensive plan amendments sparked debate over potential industrial developments.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 10/8/24
- 10/10/2024
- 103 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Ayer Planning Board meeting on October 8, 2024, brought to light issues regarding the local real estate market, notably the affordability crisis driven by escalating housing prices and regulatory barriers impacting development. With housing costs outpacing income growth and zoning laws complicating new builds, the board discussed strategies to address these challenges and enhance community development.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 10/8/24
- 10/10/2024
- 102 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Norton Planning Board convened to deliberate on the proposed Greatwoods Overlay District, focusing on its implications for zoning and development in the town. The board decided to proceed with a proposal for the PGA parcel alone, aimed at addressing compliance with state mandates while mitigating potential impacts on local infrastructure and resources.
- MN
- Crow Wing County
- 10/8/24
- 10/10/2024
- 27 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Breezy Point Planning & Zoning Commission approved a variance application for a patio construction on Indian Hill, addressing issues of impervious surface coverage and existing encroachments from nearby structures. The decision, which passed without opposition, included conditions to manage stormwater runoff on-site.