Danvers Zoning Board Grapples with Storage Container Permit Request and Porch Setback Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Danvers Zoning Board of Appeals faced discussions surrounding a request for a special permit to maintain storage containers on Popes Lane and a proposal for a farmer’s porch on Lawrence Street.

Danvers School Committee Explores School Choice Amid Budget Challenges

Overview: The Danvers School Committee meeting saw a focus on the discussion of school choice enrollment and its potential impact on the district’s finances, alongside updates on special education funding and other educational initiatives. The committee considered the implications of these topics in the context of ongoing budgetary pressures and the need for strategic planning.

Danvers Select Board Narrows Town Manager Candidates, Reviews Fiscal Audit

Overview: The Danvers Select Board meeting focused heavily on narrowing down the candidates for the Town Manager position and reviewing the fiscal year 2024 audit report. With interviews for the town manager set for March 12th at the Danvers Senior Center, the board also delved into the details of the town’s financial health and addressed community concerns regarding the acceptance of private roads as public ways.

Danvers Conservation Commission Meeting Canceled Due to Lack of Quorum

Overview: The Danvers Conservation Commission was forced to cancel its recent meeting because not enough members were physically present to meet quorum requirements. The absence of a third member, who could not attend at the last minute, led to the cancellation, and the Commission plans to reconvene on March 13th.

Danvers Planning Board Deliberates on ADU Regulations and Housing Production Challenges

Overview: The Danvers Planning Board meeting on February 25, 2025, primarily focused on the implications of a new state law regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and its intersection with local housing policies. This topic dominated the discussion, highlighting concerns about potential community changes, regulatory confusion, and the pressure to meet state-imposed affordable housing mandates. The meeting also navigated various agenda items, including performance guarantee releases for local developments and the continuation of site plan reviews.