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- Middlesex County
- 6/9/25
- 06/12/2025
- 178 Minutes
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Overview: The Townsend Planning Board meeting saw the approval of a redevelopment project on Main Street, which includes the renovation of a former gas station into a modern convenience store with a fuel station, drive-thru coffee shop, and additional facilities. This decision was not without extensive discussion on community concerns, environmental compliance, and procedural technicalities. Additionally, the board addressed other matters, such as updates to local zoning bylaws and community engagement strategies.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 3/17/25
- 04/01/2025
- 107 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Townsend Planning Board focused on zoning challenges and the decision to withdraw a pre-approval application for the MBTA multifamily overlay district. The board debated the implications of zoning changes, particularly concerning landlocked lots and the potential impact on property development rights. The meeting also featured discussions on affordable housing, ADU applications, and upcoming public hearings.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 2/24/25
- 02/26/2025
- 184 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Townsend Planning Board tackled the complexities of the MBTA Communities Act and the town’s affordable housing strategy, highlighting the broader debate on housing development in rural areas. Discussions were marked by concerns over compliance with state mandates, particularly in a town like Townsend, which lacks direct access to transit services but is nonetheless required to zone for increased housing capacity. The board also delved into the challenges of crafting effective bylaws to meet affordable housing needs.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 1/27/25
- 02/02/2025
- 103 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting on January 27, 2025, the Townsend Planning Board tackled a range of topics, including a proposed subdivision on Mason Road, the integration of environmental preservation into development projects, and preparations for upcoming public hearings on zoning amendments. The board also addressed local concerns about existing infrastructure and potential changes to town character.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 1/13/25
- 01/14/2025
- 106 Minutes
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Overview: The Townsend Planning Board meeting on January 13, 2025, was marked by the approval of an ANR (Approval Not Required) plan for Greenville Road, discussions on affordable housing, zoning compliance issues, and updates on various ongoing projects. The meeting, led by Laura Shifrin, also featured discussions on economic development and the responsibilities of board members in relation to planning initiatives.
