What: Special permit hearing to keep chickens on a lot under five acres at 249 Pleasant Street. The applicant asked for five hens; the Board approved with conditions: no roosters, up to six hens, and compliance with Board of Health and state rules. Registry recording and a 20-day appeal period were discussed, and members asked staff for an itemized list of filing costs.
Where it stands: Special permit approved with conditions after the hearing was closed.
2026-10-15 - Joint Planning & Development Subcommittee and Town Council - Special permit hearing to keep chickens on a lot under five acres at 249 Pleasant Street. The applicant asked for five hens; the Board approved with conditions: no roosters, up to six hens, and compliance with Board of Health and state rules. Registry recording and a 20-day appeal period were discussed, and members asked staff for an itemized list of filing costs.