Southampton Planning Board Approves Resubmitted Stormwater Management Permit for Red Barn Storage

Overview: The Southampton Planning Board convened on November 19th to review a resubmission for a stormwater management permit for Red Barn Storage on College Highway. The permit, originally approved in December 2022, expired, necessitating a reapplication. The board approved the resubmitted application.

Confusion Over Property Sale Sparks Intense Debate at Southampton Planning Board Meeting

Overview: During the Southampton Planning Board meeting on August 6, the most contentious issue centered around a property transaction on Maple Street that seemed to bypass standard planning procedures, prompting discussion among board members. Among other topics, the board also addressed financial constraints impacting consulting services, solar installation permits, and the revision of the town’s Open Space and Recreation Plan.

Southampton Planning Board Approves Land Parcel Adjustment and Discusses Future Town Planner Role

Overview: At the recent Southampton Planning Board meeting, board members approved a land parcel adjustment involving properties on Cook Road and County Road. Additionally, discussions focused on the creation of a new town planner position, with a job description drafted and consulting services considered to support the transition.

Southampton Planning Board Suggests Waiving Right of First Refusal on Crooked Ledge Road Parcel

Overview: The Southampton Planning Board convened on June 4, 2025, with a brief agenda. The key decision was to recommend that the select board waive the town’s right of first refusal on a parcel of land located on Crooked Ledge Road, following a similar recommendation from the conservation commission. The board also conducted its annual officer elections.

Southampton Planning Board Approves Waivers for Ground-Mounted Solar Arrays Amid Bylaw Changes

Overview: The Southampton Planning Board approved a series of motions that included granting waivers for a proposed residential solar array and addressing procedural complexities related to land use and conservation. Key discussions revolved around the implications of recent bylaw changes, Approval Not Required (ANR) applications, and the challenges of navigating Chapter 61 land regulations.