East Longmeadow Planning Board Grapples with State-Mandated ADU Bylaw Changes
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: The East Longmeadow Planning Board meeting was dominated by discussions on proposed amendments to the local zoning bylaw concerning accessory dwelling units (ADUs), prompted by the Affordable Homes Act. The new state legislation requires ADUs to be permitted by right in single-family residential zones, removing the need for special permits and challenging local control over zoning laws. The board also addressed issues related to site plan review waivers, the Mixed Use Village bylaw, and the potential reconstitution of the Design Review Committee.
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Planning Board Officials:
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Meeting Type:
Planning Board
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Notability Score:
Not Rated
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Hampden County
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Towns:
East Longmeadow
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