Dighton Board of Selectmen Approves Special Request for Single-Family House Lot

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Dighton Board of Selectmen discussed and approved a special request concerning a property initially developed as a five-lot subdivision. The board approved the request to acknowledge the property as a single-family house lot, eliminating the need for additional soil evaluations under current regulations. This decision was made after reviewing the property’s existing 10 valid perk tests and 10 soil evaluations, which suffice for the current requirements of two perk tests and four soil evaluations for a single-family house.

Milton Select Board Deliberates on Ambitious Climate Action and Energy Initiatives

Overview: During the recent Milton Select Board meeting, discussions centered around ambitious climate action plans, focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy targets, and the modernization of local infrastructure. The Board tackled the challenges of transitioning to sustainable energy sources and the prospects for grid modernization amid concerns of increasing capacity demands.

Lakeville Planning Board Debates Housing Development Amid Environmental and Community Concerns

Overview: The recent Lakeville Planning Board meeting was dominated by discussions on a development proposal, involving an Open Space Residential Development (OSRD) and its comparison with a previously proposed 40B plan. The proposed changes come as the town grapples with housing demands and environmental preservation, with the developer pausing the 40B plan in anticipation of the OSRD’s potential approval at the spring 2025 town meeting.

Townsend Planning Board Grapples with Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations and Parking Challenges

Overview: The Townsend Planning Board meeting on December 23, 2024, focused on revising and refining the town’s bylaws related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with a keen emphasis on parking regulations, language consistency, and procedural clarity. The meeting, chaired by Laura Shifrin, saw active participation from board members as they navigated through complex regulatory frameworks to align local bylaws with state statutes.

Westport Board of Health Faces Staffing Concerns Amid Regulatory Updates and Infrastructure Developments

Overview: The recent Westport Board of Health meeting concentrated on addressing staffing shortages, updating outdated regulations, and discussing various local upgrade approvals related to septic systems and well installations. The board grappled with budget constraints, regulatory compliance, and community needs against the backdrop of environmental and infrastructure challenges.