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- Hampshire County
- 4/10/25
- 04/11/2025
- 135 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Community Resources Committee recently engaged in discussions focused on revising solar bylaw regulations to bolster the protection of local water resources. The meeting addressed the integration of hazardous materials management into solar zoning bylaws, emphasizing the necessity for clear definitions and regulations to ensure environmental safety.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 3/27/25
- 03/28/2025
- 118 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Community Resources Committee meeting focused on revising solar bylaws, particularly addressing solar installations’ design standards, fencing, lighting, and zoning regulations. The discussions revealed the committee’s effort to strike a balance between promoting renewable energy and addressing community concerns about environmental and safety impacts.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 2/20/25
- 02/21/2025
- 121 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Community Resources Committee recently held a virtual meeting to address the intricacies of a proposed solar energy bylaw. The committee focused on ensuring clear and comprehensive documentation.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 1/28/25
- 01/30/2025
- 146 Minutes
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Overview: The Amherst Community Resources Committee convened to address significant zoning amendments, including approving a new University Drive overlay district aimed at fostering economic development and expanding housing options. The meeting featured in-depth discussions on zoning bylaws, potential impacts on local businesses, and the implications for community development.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 11/12/24
- 11/13/2024
- 117 Minutes
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Overview: In a virtual meeting on November 12, 2024, the Amherst Community Resources Committee focused on the intricacies of revising the town’s solar bylaw, discussing its purpose, submission requirements, and the potential overregulation of solar projects. The committee is working to balance community values with Massachusetts’s climate goals, while ensuring regulations remain straightforward and non-redundant.
