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Planning board approves modification at 390 Cape Highway allowing four used‑car display spaces with conditions
Summary
The Planning Board approved a request to add up to four used‑car display spaces at 390 Cape Highway, subject to department conditions including parking, dumpster enclosure, and as‑built plans. Departments reported no conservation or engineering objections.
The Taunton City Planning Board on July 10 approved a modification of a site plan at 390 Cape Highway to permit limited used‑car display in conjunction with an existing 3,900‑square‑foot automotive repair shop and 900‑square‑foot office.
Department conditions read into the record included: updated as‑built plans prior to licensing; a minimum number of parking spaces and four designated display spaces for used vehicles; no exterior storage of materials; a concrete pad and enclosure for the dumpster; required hazardous‑materials permitting; and confirmation that accessible parking meets ADA/AAB signage requirements. The conservation commission recorded no concerns about the modification.
Applicants (John/Julia Almeida) said the display spaces are within previously approved pavement and that no changes to lighting or blacktop are proposed. The board opened and closed public comment with no speakers and voted to approve the modification as presented, with department conditions to be met before occupancy or licensing.
Why it matters: The approval allows a small‑scale retail display (maximum four vehicles) tied to the existing repair business, with standard conditions intended to limit off‑site impacts and ensure compliance with health, safety and conservation rules.
