What: Staff are reviewing whether new state consolidated, expedited permit requirements for solar and battery storage belong in the zoning bylaw or in Planning Board regulations. The consensus favored regulations, so later changes would not need Town Council action. Members agreed to finish the solar and battery storage bylaw before other zoning work, with a public hearing expected.
2026-10-15 - Joint Planning & Development Subcommittee and Town Council - Staff are reviewing whether new state consolidated, expedited permit requirements for solar and battery storage belong in the zoning bylaw or in Planning Board regulations. The consensus favored regulations, so later changes would not need Town Council action. Members agreed to finish the solar and battery storage bylaw before other zoning work, with a public hearing expected.