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Commission approves Franklin Street rowhouse project; developers call it infill, neighbors ask about parking and safety
Summary
The commission approved a conditional‑use request to allow two rowhouse buildings on a general business lot at Franklin Street. Developers said the infill project targets 55+ renters and coordinates contractors across projects; nearby residents raised concerns about parking overflow, enforcement of age targeting and safety near adjacent commercial yards.
The Mount Vernon Municipal Planning Commission on March 12 approved a conditional‑use request (2026 MPC09) to allow two rowhouse buildings on a general business‑zoned lot on Franklin Street.
"This is one of my dreams — infill projects," said Chuck Rogers, a development partner, describing plans to coordinate contractors across two nearby projects so construction costs stay lower. Applicant Bo Horde said the units are aimed at older residents and described a mix of one‑bedroom and two‑bedroom units; staff…
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