- MA
- Hampshire County
- 10/16/24
- 10/17/2024
- 69 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Southampton Planning Board meeting held on October 16, 2024, discussions took place regarding potential bylaw revisions for site plan reviews, camping and glamping regulations, and short-term rental frameworks. These discussions are part of ongoing efforts to balance local development interests with community preferences and regulatory compliance.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 10/2/24
- 10/03/2024
- 103 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton Planning Board meeting on October 2, 2024, was largely centered around proposed revisions to the water supply protection zoning bylaw, a significant topic given Southampton’s ongoing concerns about groundwater safety and the implications for future development. Among other topics discussed were the acquisition of a new property for public use, the role of site plan reviews for solar installations, and the feasibility of intermunicipal cooperation to enhance groundwater protection.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 9/4/24
- 09/05/2024
- 128 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton Planning Board meeting on September 4th focused on zoning revisions, particularly addressing the implications of new state legislation on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the complexities surrounding non-conforming lots and multifamily housing.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 8/14/24
- 08/15/2024
- 116 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Southampton Planning Board held a joint meeting with the Select Board and Housing Authority, focusing on the potential establishment of a 40R overlay district and its implications for local development, particularly regarding infrastructure and zoning.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 7/17/24
- 07/18/2024
- 66 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Southampton Planning Board, the most developments included the approval of a residential solar array application with a waiver for vegetative screening and security bond, and a discussion on the acquisition and planning for a 54-acre property on College Highway. Additionally, the board approved an Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for four lots along Brickyard Road.