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Nantucket Historical Commission unanimously backs Article 65 to curb 41‑81L subdivision loophole
Summary
At its April 18 meeting the Nantucket Historical Commission voted unanimously to support Article 65, a zoning bylaw amendment intended to stop the automatic transfer of preexisting nonconforming status to lots created through subdivisions under MGL Chapter 41, Section 81L.
At its April 18 meeting the Nantucket Historical Commission voted unanimously to support Article 65, a zoning bylaw amendment intended to stop the automatic transfer of preexisting nonconforming status to lots created through subdivisions under MGL Chapter 41, Section 81L (the 41‑81L process). Commissioner Abby Dimalina moved the commission resolution in favor, seconded by Commissioner Sarah McClain; the roll call recorded ayes from the commissioners present.
Commission members described the measure as closing a development loophole that has allowed subdivisions of lots with…
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