Falmouth Planning Board Grapples with State’s Role in Local Zoning and Housing Policies

Overview: The Falmouth Planning Board meeting was dominated by discussions about housing development, with a focus on the implications of state involvement in local zoning practices. The board considered the ramifications of potential legislative changes and explored varied approaches to increase affordable housing while maintaining the town’s character.

Falmouth Planning Board Weighs Granite Curbing Costs Against Housing Development Feasibility

Overview: The Falmouth Planning Board meeting focused on balancing development requirements with housing project feasibility, addressing a proposed housing project by JJC Development on Sandwich Road.

Falmouth Planning Board Approves New YMCA Facility Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: The Falmouth Planning Board convened to address several development proposals, most notably approving a new YMCA facility on Brick Hill Road. This substantial project, designed to serve as a community hub, includes extensive indoor and outdoor recreational spaces alongside shared parking arrangements with a neighboring church. The board also deliberated on various housing development proposals, accessory dwelling units, and coastal resilience initiatives.

Falmouth Planning Board Debates Short-Term Rental Regulations Amid Legal Concerns

Overview: In a recent Falmouth Planning Board meeting, the regulation of short-term rentals in residential areas took center stage, with discussions highlighting significant legal precedents and contrasting opinions from residents and property owners. The board examined existing bylaws and legal rulings, emphasizing the need for clear definitions and enforcement strategies.

Falmouth Planning Board Discusses YMCA Development and Town’s 100th Anniversary Proclamation

Overview: The Falmouth Planning Board meeting addressed several topics, including the site plan review for the YMCA development on Brick Hill Road, the town’s 100th anniversary proclamation, and updates on various housing and zoning issues. The board also discussed the implications of recent legal decisions on short-term rentals and the progress of the Shiverick Pond fishing platform project.