Morris Planning Board Faces Public Scrutiny Over Cannabis Ordinance and Hotel Patio Proposal

Overview: At the recent Morris Planning Board meeting, attention centered on a proposed cannabis ordinance and changes to the Madison Hotel’s patio, both sparking public concern and detailed board discussions. The board navigated issues around zoning, community impact, and consistency with the township’s master plan, while residents voiced their apprehensions about potential disturbances and regulatory implications.

Boston Planning and Development Board Tackles Affordable Housing and Institutional Expansions

Overview: At the latest Boston Planning and Development Board meeting, the spotlight was on several ambitious development projects aimed at addressing affordable housing shortages and expanding institutional footprints, with attention given to community feedback on design implications and urban integration. The discussions were marked by a focus on the proposed redevelopment of the Rogerson Buford House site and Harvard University’s Allston campus Institutional Master Plan (IMP).

Moorhead Planning Commission Advances Extensive Zoning Amendments to Modernize City Regulations

Overview: The Moorhead Planning Commission convened to discuss significant zoning amendments. The commission recommended approval of these amendments, which include changes to commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and gateway overlay districts, as well as updates to zoning maps. The amendments will now proceed to the city council for final approval.

Cocoa Beach Planning Board Tackles Affordable Housing and Storage Facility Regulations

Overview: The Cocoa Beach Planning Board meeting addressed pressing community issues, including the establishment of affordable housing initiatives and revisions to storage facility regulations. The board also explored enhancements to biking infrastructure and the potential impact of ongoing commercial developments.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board Approves Two-Year Extension for Limited Care Facility Amid Economic Challenges.

Overview: The Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board meeting on March 3, 2025, addressed development and redevelopment matters, including the approval of a two-year extension for a limited care facility project, discussions on a longstanding maintenance yard application, and the approval of a redevelopment plan for a property on Lacana Avenue.