Kyle Brainard

The board scheduled a public hearing regarding an application for a two-year renewal of a Telecommunications Special Permit for a cell tower located at 129 Acton Street. Additionally, the board planned to discuss potential updates to its Rules and Regulations and Landscape Regulations, and review a planning update concerning the Housing Production Plan Request for Proposals.

The board discussed and approved the release of a performance bond for a former cell tower site. A public hearing was held regarding the zoning bylaw amendment to allow medical marijuana dispensaries within the Central Business District, resulting in a decision to sponsor the change at the Spring Town Meeting. Additionally, the board reviewed updates to the Landscape Regulations, specifically focusing on Dark Sky guidelines, and discussed potential revisions to the Planning Board Rules and Regulations, including updates to peer review procurement processes, traffic study requirements, fee schedules, and safe harbor valuation figures.

The meeting includes public hearings for a cell tower special permit renewal at 129 Acton Street and a rezoning petition for 141 Parker Street from Industrial to Business district. Additionally, the board will discuss updates to their Rules and Regulations and Landscape Regulations, and receive a planning update regarding the Housing Production Plan Request for Proposal.

The Commission discussed and approved an access request for vegetation removal, temporary access road construction, and test well drilling at Rockland Avenue. Additionally, the Commission approved the use of Ice House Landing for the upcoming Assabet Pollinator Fest. The Conservation Agent provided updates regarding parking at the youth soccer fields, construction site erosion control violations at 8-9 Front Street, expired order of conditions for the Assabet Co-Op Market, and upcoming outreach activities for the Conservation Division at the local farmers market.

The board discussed the release of a performance bond for a property on Main Street. A public hearing was held regarding a zoning bylaw amendment to allow medical marijuana dispensaries in the Central Business District, resulting in a decision to recommend approval at the Spring Town Meeting. Additionally, the board held discussions on proposed updates to landscape regulations, specifically focusing on Dark Sky compliance, and reviewed revisions to the board's rules and regulations, including procurement processes for peer review, traffic study requirements, and adjustments to the fee schedule.