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Planning board readies ADU zoning cleanup to align local bylaw with state ADU law; removes 5% cap
Summary
The board reviewed a draft to bring the town's accessory dwelling unit (ADU) bylaw into compliance with the state law (approved 08/06/2024), remove the town’s 5% cap on ADUs, and retain a special‑permit path for ADUs larger than state by‑right thresholds; the public hearing was continued to Oct. 20.
Southborough — The Planning Board reviewed proposed amendments to the town’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) bylaw intended to align local definitions and procedures with the state ADU law enacted Aug. 6, 2024, while preserving the town’s existing special‑permit pathway for larger ADUs.
Planner and board member Marnie Houlihan (presenting) explained the draft would replace the town’s outdated “accessory apartment” language with the state ADU definition, remove the ADU allowance from the…
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