Charlton planning board continues Beach Middle Road hearing after septic, easement and engineering questions

The Town of Charlton Planning Board on Feb. 4 continued a public hearing on CR Hansen Construction’s proposed Beach Middle Road parcel, setting a continuation date of March 18, 2026, while the applicant prepares additional title and engineering documentation. The board cited open questions about easement rights, whether underground septic infrastructure would be affected and whether the proposed private way can be engineered to support emergency vehicles.

Counsel Christopher Alpin told the board the submission is being treated as a plan that predates subdivision control rules and that the applicant “has certain protections” tied to an historic plan, but still must provide a plan that the board and peer reviewers can evaluate for access and utility service. An abutter submitted a written letter…