Housing Commission flags shortage of developable lots, urges density options

Mar 23, 2026

Nancy Jensen of the Housing Commission told the Planning Commission there is a shortage of developable lots for rental housing once town‑owned parcels, FEMA buyouts, conservation areas and wetlands are excluded; commissioners discussed density bonuses and ADU options.

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Nancy Jensen of the Housing Commission presented a handout to the Planning Commission on March 23, outlining a shortage of rental units and limited developable lots once municipal properties, FEMA buyouts, conservation lands and wetlands are removed from the inventory. Jensen emphasized the town’s constrained land base for multi‑unit housing under current zoning.

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