Yarmouth Select Board Faces Challenges with Wastewater Management, School Project, and Community Engagement

Overview: In a recent Yarmouth Select Board meeting, discussions included the issues of wastewater management, the Margaret E. Small School project, and community engagement through volunteer recruitment. The board, along with various stakeholders, delved into these topics, addressing concerns and outlining future steps to ensure the town’s development and efficient resource management.

Yarmouth Board of Health Reviews Unique Green Burial Request Amid Discussions on Public Health and Environmental Practices

Overview: The Yarmouth Board of Health meeting on September 16, 2024, focused on several issues, including a unique request for a green burial, ongoing public health concerns regarding West Nile Virus, and strategies for environmentally friendly practices.

Yarmouth Zoning Board Approves Fiber Optic Installation, Debates Accessory Apartment Permit

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Yarmouth Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit for the installation of fiber optic communication equipment by CRC Communications LLC, operating as Goet Speed, on Route 28 South Yarmouth. The board also deliberated on a contentious petition for a special permit related to an accessory apartment on Hond Road, ultimately allowing the applicant to withdraw the request without prejudice.

Yarmouth Housing Committee Approves Rent Increases Amid Concerns Over Tenant Affordability

Overview: The Yarmouth Community Housing Committee tackled a range of issues at its September 9, 2024 meeting, with the approval of rent increases for several properties being the most significant outcome. The discussion also covered future housing projects, the impact of state laws on local zoning, and the management of short-term rentals.

Yarmouth Housing Committee Approves Rent Increases Amid Regulatory Concerns

Overview: The Yarmouth Community Housing Committee convened on September 9, 2024, to discuss various housing-related issues, including the approval of rent increases for two properties, the implications of the Affordable Homes Act, and the management of rental units in the town.