Deal Lake Commission Tackles New Tree Ordinance and Shoreline Protection Amid Complex Ownership Issues

Overview: At the recent Deal Lake Commission meeting, members grappled with the implementation of a new statewide tree removal and replacement ordinance, while also addressing shoreline protection concerns and ownership ambiguities around the Flume area.

Tequesta Local Planning Agency Tackles Plaza Color Scheme and Floodplain Management Updates

Overview: The Tequesta Local Planning Agency meeting on October 17, 2024, addressed significant local issues, including a proposed color scheme for County Line Plaza and updates to the village’s floodplain management ordinance. The agency deliberated on the aesthetic and practical implications of these changes, with discussions also touching on parking regulations and the dissemination of public information.

Acushnet Planning Board Approves Large Subdivision Amid Technical Concerns

Overview: The Acushnet Planning Board recently held a meeting to discuss and approve a series of significant projects, among which the most noteworthy was the approval of a subdivision plan for a six-lot development on Keen Road. The board also addressed technical concerns related to the project’s drainage and environmental impact, approved several waiver requests, extended a special permit for another property, and discussed procedural and administrative updates.

Newbury Select Board Evaluates Multiple Residential Zoning Applications Amid Community Concerns

Overview: At the recent Newbury Select Board meeting, the primary focus was on various residential zoning applications, with discussions spanning special permits, non-conforming properties, and construction in floodplains. The board also considered community feedback, highlighting the town’s active engagement in property development and zoning compliance.

Bradley Beach Board Approves Permanent Makeup Variance Amidst Detailed Development Debates

Overview: The Bradley Beach Land Use Board meeting on October 17, 2024, saw the approval of a use variance for Marked with Beauty LLC to provide permanent makeup services. This decision came amid discussions about various property development proposals, including residential additions and new constructions that raised significant zoning and environmental considerations.