Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board Approves Special Permit for ADA Compliant Home Renovation

Overview: In a recent Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board meeting, the board approved a special permit and variance for an ADA-compliant home renovation project for the EPS family, designed to provide accessibility for their disabled daughter. The discussed applications included the withdrawal of a contentious variance request for a property on Old Essex Road and the granting of a special permit to the Manchester by the Sea Museum for restoration of a historic property.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Board Approves National Grid Petition

Overview: In a recent session, the Manchester-By-The-Sea Select Board addressed a range of community matters, most notably approving a National Grid petition with stipulations for installing underground conduit. This decision followed a discussion on infrastructure prioritization and the town’s relationship with National Grid. Other topics included the appointment to the Harbor Advisory Committee, Community Preservation Committee project reviews, and debates over the town’s launch service and pickleball court sound mitigation measures.

Manchester-By-The-Sea MBTA Zoning Task Force Tackles Housing Development Zoning

Overview: In a meeting of the Manchester-By-The-Sea MBTA Zoning Task Force, members and the public engaged in a examination and discussion of potential overlay districts aimed at housing development. The debate centered around the modeling of zoning parameters, the inclusion of several areas within these potential districts, and the impact of rezoning on the town’s character and infrastructure. Public comments underscored concerns about traffic, environmental implications, and the balance between growth and preservation.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee Tackles Budget and Tax Concerns

Overview: In a detailed session, the Manchester-By-The-Sea Finance Committee addressed a range of pressing budgetary concerns, including the town’s operating budget, employee benefits, and the implications of potential tax rate increases. The committee also engaged in substantive debates over the allocation of funds for various projects and services, highlighting the complexities of municipal financial management.

Manchester-By-The-Sea Plans for CST Facility Expansion

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Manchester-By-The-Sea Planning Board, the focal point of discussions was the application by Cell Signaling Technology (CST) for the construction of a substantial office and research and development facility at the Atwater AB site. The 260,000 square foot expansion is projected to increase local employment opportunities, with an estimated 175 to 200 jobs created in phase one and potentially 500 jobs by the completion of phase two. The board also addressed other development matters, including earth removal for a property on Smith Point Road and Approval Not Required (ANR) plans for a property on School Street and PlHill Road.