Margate Planning Board Denies Rooftop Deck Variance Amid Parking Lot Proposal

Overview: The Margate Planning Board meeting addressed a variety of agenda items, most notably the denial of a variance for a rooftop deck and the proposal to purchase the former Sunny or Taylor gas station for use as a municipal parking lot.

Ramsey Borough Council Approves Key Ordinances and Appointments Amid Community Updates

Overview: The Ramsey Borough Council’s meeting on August 28, 2024, focused on approving ordinances, appointments within the police and fire departments, and addressing community concerns and updates.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board Approves Mason Building Expansion with Conditions

Overview: The Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board approved a special permit for the expansion of the Mason building, which will include new office and meeting spaces for senior activities and other community needs. This decision was made in the context of minimal neighborhood impact and plansning for additional parking.

Revere Zoning Board Denies Stacked Parking Variance Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: The Revere Zoning Board convened to deliberate on multiple applications, ultimately denying a variance for stacked parking and granting others with specific conditions. The meeting revealed a deep divide between development ambitions and practical concerns, particularly regarding parking and accessibility.

Eversource Projects Dominate Acushnet Conservation Commission Meeting with Extensive Environmental Discussions

Overview: The Acushnet Conservation Commission’s recent meeting focused heavily on multiple Eversource Energy projects, which included the installation of new overhead electric transmission lines and the replacement of aging underground transmission lines. These projects generated discussion about environmental impacts and mitigation measures.