Amherst Planning Board Discusses Budget Software Upgrades and Capital Funding Challenges

Overview: In a recent Amherst Planning Board meeting, discussions focused on the potential acquisition of new budgeting software to streamline financial processes and enhance transparency, alongside deliberations on capital funding, debt management, and grant applications.

Amherst Planning Board Deliberates on Housing Development and Zoning Amendment

Overview: The Amherst Planning Board meeting primarily focused on the discussion of a mixed-use development project at the corner of University Drive and Amity Street, known as SPR 224-1, and the implications of a zoning amendment related to footnote M, which could alter the density requirements for new housing developments. These deliberations were key components of the meeting, reflecting ongoing efforts to balance the town’s housing needs with community preservation goals.

Amherst Planning Board Grapples with Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations Amid State Law Changes

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Amherst Planning Board, members engaged in an extensive discussion on how to align local bylaws with new state regulations concerning accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The board considered the impact of these changes on housing availability, particularly in relation to student rentals, and debated broader zoning implications for the town.

Amherst Planning Board Debates Zoning Changes to Address Housing Density Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Amherst Planning Board engaged in a discussion about proposed zoning changes aimed at increasing residential density in the town’s RG districts, focusing on the implications for housing availability, neighborhood character, and the balance between student and family residences.

Amherst Planning Board Evaluates Mixed-Use Development Amid Public Concerns

Overview: The Amherst Planning Board meeting was dominated by discussions concerning a proposed major mixed-use development at University Drive and Amity Street, which seeks to transform existing commercial space into a five-story building with 77 residential units and 12,200 square feet of commercial space. This development, spearheaded by Udrive Amity LLC, has been revised due to high material costs, with a focus on reducing environmental impact and accommodating town infrastructure changes.