@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialCommissioners are at a crossroads over a crucial zoning rule: does "within 500 feet" mean the whole property or just a part of it?
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialA heated debate erupts in Madison as commissioners question whether composite shingles can truly rival the beauty and longevity of natural cedar for cottage-style homes.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialAn engineer warns that the proposed stormwater design fails to tackle harmful nitrogen and phosphorus, urging for a shift to effective wetland treatments instead.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialThe Summer Hill development proposal is evolving, with a reduced unit count and innovative design changes aimed at preserving nature while addressing community concerns.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialTowns are now required to embrace "middle housing," allowing for 2-to-9 residential units in commercial zones, transforming the landscape of housing in our communities!
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialMadison's Board of Selectmen is considering a major shift in how motor vehicles are taxed, potentially redistributing $400,000 of the tax burden from real estate to cars!
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialMadison's conservation commission warns of the rapid spread of tree-of-heaven and the spotted lanternfly, urging targeted herbicide use and public education to protect our environment.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialYelena from Milliman revealed a game-changing strategy to prefund retiree medical costs, potentially saving the town millions and stabilizing future budgets.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialA new 18-unit residential cluster could transform the landscape at Mill and River Road, but will it pass the Planning & Zoning Commission's scrutiny?
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialThe town board is grappling with how to effectively engage residents before the crucial town meeting—will they choose clarity or confusion?
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialThe fate of the historic Academy School hangs in the balance as town leaders debate whether to partner with a developer for a boutique hotel or gather essential data to gauge public support first.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialMadison's Board of Selectmen is exploring a potential hotel development on the former Academy School site, but will it meet the town's wastewater capacity challenges?
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialA new proposal on Parker Avenue promises to transform a nonconforming house into a flood-resilient, three-bedroom dwelling while enhancing the neighborhood’s safety and compliance.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialMadison's Planning and Zoning Commission has approved a cutting-edge replacement for the failing Garnet Park Road crossing, promising enhanced resilience and minimal wetland impact for decades to come.
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@citizenptnewsct.bsky.socialMajor developments in Madison's Planning and Zoning Commission meeting could reshape the future of the town—find out what was approved and what’s next!
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