Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission discussed the Newton Housing Authority's operations and financial challenges, particularly concerning the underfunding of federal and state housing programs. The commission also initiated a discussion on updating zoning definitions, focusing on "live-work" and "work-live" uses in commercial zones, and considered amendments to allow electrical transformers to project into setbacks due to increased electrification and utility requirements.
About this meeting
- Government Body
- Planning Commission
- Meeting Type
- Planning Commission
- Location
- Newton, MA
- Meeting Date
- May 11, 2026
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