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Falmouth Zoning Board Suspends Hearings on Sandwich Road Developments Amid Appeals
- Meeting Overview:
At the recent Falmouth Zoning Board meeting, two development projects on Sandwich Road were suspended due to pending appeals. The town, represented by special town counsel, filed appeals with the Housing Appeals Committee regarding the state’s decision on these projects, effectively putting the hearings on hold until the appeals are resolved.
This suspension affects projects on and Zero Sandwich Road, where the town is contesting the appeal of its safe harbor status. The safe harbor status, which limits state intervention in local zoning decisions under certain conditions, is crucial in maintaining local control over housing developments. The board clarified that they could not notify the public of the suspension earlier, as the appeal was filed just before the meeting. Once resolved, the hearings will resume, with the public being notified through updates on the town’s agenda and subscription services.
Zoning Board Officials:
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Meeting Type:
Zoning Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
11/20/2025
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Recording Published:
11/21/2025
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Duration:
16 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Barnstable County
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Towns:
Falmouth
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