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Planning board advances 32‑unit Hampshire Commons 'housing first' project with waivers and conditions

Auburn Planning Board · April 14, 2026
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Summary

The board approved the preliminary site plan for Hampshire Commons, a 32‑unit housing‑first project adjacent to Chestnut Street Park, granted minor dimensional waivers and concluded a requested parking waiver was not necessary; the board asked for stronger landscaping and finalized easement conditions.

Auburn’s Planning Board approved the preliminary site plan for Hampshire Commons Apartments, a 32‑unit housing‑first residential development proposed on Hampshire Street, advancing the project toward final review. The project is led by the Auburn Housing Authority in partnership with Developers Collaborative and local service and design partners and was presented as a preliminary plan because it qualifies as a major subdivision.

The applicant described the project as permanent supportive housing for…

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