Deerfield Select Board Faces Community Concerns Over Treehouse Brewing Concert Noise

Overview: The Deerfield Select Board meeting on December 3, 2025, addressed multiple community concerns, with a focus on the noise levels emanating from concerts at Treehouse Brewing Company. Residents voiced their dissatisfaction with the noise disturbances, particularly the low-frequency sounds affecting their homes, prompting a discussion on potential solutions and the need for balanced regulation.

Ada City Council Approves 4% Tax Levy Increase Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ada City Council approved a 4% increase in the tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year, addressing budget considerations and other issues. The decision, which followed a thorough discussion of its financial implications and potential impact on surplus funds, was part of a broader dialogue on the city’s budgetary needs and future planning initiatives.

Hainesport Land Use Board Approves Variances for Historic Property Renovation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hainesport Land Use Board approved a series of variances for William Putnick’s proposed renovation of the property on Walnut Avenue, a site with a storied past dating back to the 1950s. The board granted both a bulk and use variance for the existing non-conforming structure, allowing Putnick to proceed with his plans to enhance the property while maintaining compliance with local zoning regulations.

Safety and Parking Concerns Delay Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board’s Decision on New Apartment Units

Overview: In the recent Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board meeting, board members focused on the safety and parking issues related to a proposal for converting a lower level of a mixed-use building on North Beverick Road into two apartment units. The board decided to delay the decision until April, allowing time for further evaluations and input from the new township administration.

Amherst Planning Board ApprovesProject Withdrawal Amid Concerns Over Bylaw Compliance

Overview: The Amherst Planning Board meeting on December 3, 2025, was marked by developments, notably the approval of Archipelago Investments LLC’s request to withdraw their mixed-use development project application without prejudice. The proposal, which included three buildings with 140 residential units and 12,000 square feet of commercial space, faced scrutiny for non-compliance with local wetlands bylaws. The decision to withdraw allows the developer the possibility of returning with a revised plan in the future, a move that sparked both relief and disappointment among board members and the public.