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Neighbors oppose 34‑unit East John Street townhomes plan, citing traffic and brownfield concerns; applicant says walkable downtown housing fits land‑use map
Summary
Brookchase Properties proposed 34 townhomes for a 1.36‑acre parcel at 409 East John Street; neighbors raised traffic and safety concerns and flagged a nearby brownfield parcel. The application will proceed to the planning board.
Brookchase Properties presented a rezoning application for Buckley Terrace (409 East John Street), a 1.36‑acre site where the developer proposes 34 townhomes. Staff described the site as “downtown adjacent” under Envision Matthews policy and said the development includes sidewalks on East John and East Charles, 68 garage spaces and on‑street parking.
Bridget Grant, the applicant’s land‑use consultant, told the board the product is for sale and emphasized walkability: “This plan reflects the…
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