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Chapter 40B Public Hearing - May 15, 2024
The upcoming public hearing for the proposed Chapter 40B Rice Pond Village project will be hosted by the Millbury Board of Appeals. It is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM. The venue for this event will be at the Millbury Senior Center, situated at 1 River Street in Millbury, Massachusetts. Attending in person is encouraged for maximum participation.
Rice Pond Village Alternate Site Plan
Several months have passed since the commencement of the Chapter 40B public hearings concerning the proposed Rice Pond Village project on Rice Road in Millbury, Massachusetts. However, developers Steve Venincasa and James Venincasa have yet to address any of the significant concerns with their plan and have explicitly stated they have no intention of doing so. During the previous public hearing, the developer's engineer, James Tetreault, presented an incomplete concept plan known as the Alternate C Site Plan.
Chapter 40B Public Hearing - April 24, 2024
The upcoming public hearing for the proposed Chapter 40B Rice Pond Village project will be hosted by the Millbury Board of Appeals. It is scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM. The venue for this event will be at the Millbury Senior Center, situated at 1 River Street in Millbury, Massachusetts. Attending in person is encouraged for maximum participation. However, if you're unable to attend physically, you can join via Zoom using Meeting ID 894 1550 4957.
Providence & Worcester Railroad Vehement Opposition
Risk is going to increase for this highway crossing at grade. Out of interest for employees and the general public It is the stance of Providence & Worcester Railroad (PW) that the crossing not be expanded, and if it is that a robust and advanced crossing system inclusive of lights and gates be installed at the expense of the Town or developer to protect the community and PW employees.
Chapter 40B Public Hearing - March 27, 2024
Please mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 27, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM, as the Millbury Board of Appeals will be holding another public hearing in a sequence regarding the proposed Rice Pond Village project under Chapter 40B, planned to be located at 17 Rice Road in Millbury, Massachusetts. The venue for this event will be at the Millbury Senior Center, situated at 1 River Street in Millbury, Massachusetts. Attending in person is encouraged for maximum participation.
Andover Nonprofit Challenges Zoning Board's Affordable Housing Rejection
Discover the latest developments in the ongoing battle for affordable housing in Andover, Massachusetts, as local nonprofit Andover Community Trust (ACT) voices dissatisfaction with the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) decision. Despite extensive efforts and support from the Select Board, ACT's proposed housing project on Mary Lou Lane faces rejection, prompting concerns over the prioritization of local interests over the pressing need for affordable housing. Learn how ACT emphasizes the importance of Chapter 40B regulations in overcoming barriers to affordable housing and how the ZBA's decision reflects broader challenges in balancing community concerns with housing initiatives. Delve into the emotional debates surrounding the project, including safety considerations and environmental impacts, as ACT navigates potential avenues for appeal. Stay updated on the upcoming ZBA vote on April 4, 2024, and the implications for Andover's affordable housing landscape.