Townsend Prepares for Renovation of Vacant Gas Station, Seeks New Land Use Coordinator
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Meeting Date:
10/23/2024
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Recording Published:
10/24/2024
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Duration:
14 Minutes
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Middlesex County
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Towns:
Townsend
- Meeting Overview:
At the recent Townsend Select Board meeting, members discussed the upcoming renovation of a vacant gas station on Main Street. The project, proposed by 324 Main Street Partners LLC, involves transforming the existing site into a convenience store with second-floor office space and a coffee shop featuring a drive-thru. The board also addressed the resignation of the town’s land use coordinator.
The most significant topic was the proposed redevelopment of the vacant gas station, a plan that has captured community interest due to its potential impact on local business and infrastructure. The project is set to include the reconstruction of the current building, an improvement of the pump station, and the addition of eight fueling positions, 24 parking spaces, and a new sign location. The site is located within the RA3 zoning district and the aquifer protection overlay district, prompting careful consideration of environmental and zoning regulations. A public hearing for the special permit application was scheduled to continue on November 21st.
The board also acknowledged the resignation of the town’s land use coordinator, who had served the community effectively. This position will soon be vacant, adding another task to the board’s agenda as they seek a suitable replacement. The land use coordinator’s role is crucial in managing development projects and maintaining adherence to zoning laws, making the search for a new candidate a priority for the board.
Meanwhile, the board discussed logistical details for another upcoming hearing related to an age-restricted development project at One Depot Street Extension. The board planned to conduct individual site visits to better understand the project scope before the hearing. These visits will enable members to make informed decisions, though they emphasized that any discussion of the proposal would occur during the formal hearing process.
Eric Slagle
City Council Officials:
Charles Sexton-Diranian, Joseph Shank, Theresa Morse
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Meeting Type:
City Council
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Meeting Date:
10/23/2024
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Recording Published:
10/24/2024
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Duration:
14 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Middlesex County
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Towns:
Townsend
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