The property, owned by George Tadfield, has historically been used for professional services, including a mix of office, tanning, and nail salons. The current owner seeks to sell the property to a purchaser intending to use it for an office and coin brokerage with limited retail activities. Staff recommended the approval of this ordinance, noting the consistency with the surrounding land use and the availability of public utilities.

Residents expressed concerns about traffic congestion and the potential impact of new development on the area’s infrastructure. The issue of infrastructure was particularly pressing, with one resident highlighting the difficulty of commuting due to existing traffic and questioning the type of clientele the new business might attract. Planning board members assured that any new developments would require further approval processes, including potential conditional use permits, to address such concerns.

The discussion also touched on a vacant parcel to the north of the property, which remains a point of interest for future development considerations. The board members acknowledged past rejections of similar development proposals due to traffic flow issues.