The Planning Board unanimously approved a 213-unit development across the river from downtown, with a variance for studio units and several conditions, including parking.
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Zoning Board rejects townhomes on St. Georges Ave. lot
The Zoning Board of Adjustment earlier this year narrowly rejected an application to build three townhomes on an irregularly-shaped lot within a single-family zone on St. Georges Avenue.
Leesville area properties to be studied for redevelopment
The Planning Board will investigate five industrial properties near Madden Field to determine if they qualify for redevelopment under state law.
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Downtown strategic plan: Community input
Shopping (“Too few stores that interest me”) and parking (“Not enough”) are what’s missing most downtown, according to a survey of local residents and stakeholders.
Planning Board adopts strategic vision plan
The Planning Board on Tuesday night unanimously approved a downtown strategic vision plan element for the city’s master plan, which now will head to City Council.
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City Council approves reappointments
City Council approved a bevy of reappointments to assorted city boards and commissions to start 2022.
Second phase of The Mint tweaked again
The Planning Board approved minor changes to the second phase of The Mint, which would add an additional unit and another four parking spaces to the downtown project.
Council, Planning Board approve cannabis licenses
City Council unanimously passed legislation that would allow five of six types of cannabis licenses locally — everything but retail sales — following the Planning Board’s approval.
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