Yarmouth Zoning Board Approves Key Variance for Green Harbor Resort Sign, Reviews Kingsway Golf Course

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Yarmouth Zoning Board approved a variance for the Green Harbor Village Resort’s off-premise sign, allowing the longstanding sign to be updated with a new logo. The board also reviewed the Kingsway Trust’s special permit for public play on the Kingsway Golf Course, concluding no adverse impacts from increased rounds of play.

Yarmouth Residents Voice Concerns Over Outdoor Entertainment Noise During Select Board Meeting

Overview: The Yarmouth Select Board meeting on March 10, 2026, was dominated by discussions about the implications and concerns surrounding outdoor entertainment at The Cafe at Bass River, located at Bass River Golf Course. Residents expressed unease over potential noise pollution stemming from the cafe’s application for an all-alcohol restaurant license and a weekday entertainment license. The proposal involved extending hours for dinner service and incorporating entertainment, which sparked debate about the potential impact on neighborhood tranquility.

Dennis-Yarmouth School Committee Tackles Budget Challenges Amid Rising Costs and Enrollment Concerns

Overview: The Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School Committee meeting on March 9th, 2026, focused heavily on budgetary issues, with discussions about staffing reductions, health insurance costs, and the impact of state aid on the fiscal year 2027 budget. The committee faced the difficult task of balancing the need to provide essential educational services while managing financial constraints.

Yarmouth Conservation Commission Debates Bulkhead Modifications Amid Flooding Concerns

Overview: The Yarmouth Conservation Commission meeting on March 5, 2026, focused on several significant projects, with the most discussion surrounding the proposed reconstruction of a bulkhead in a riverfront area. The meeting also tackled issues regarding planting plans, dock permitting, and storm damage documentation.

Yarmouth Planning Board Discusses Zoning Amendments Amid Route 28 Developments

Overview: At the recent Yarmouth Planning Board meeting, discussions revolved around proposed zoning amendments aimed at providing relief from maximum front yard setbacks along Route 28, in light of major streetscape improvements planned by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (Mass DOT). The board also addressed other issues, including the integration of tiny and mobile homes into local zoning regulations, the impact of short-term rentals on the housing market, and updates on community projects.