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Commission votes no change in use for 95 Center Road after floodplain concerns
Summary
After reviewing historical records and watershed concerns for 95 Center Road (1.15 acres), the commission voted to recommend 'no change in use,' citing floodplain and right-of-way uncertainties and asking staff to document legal easements and options for future reconsideration.
The commission reviewed ownership history and environmental constraints for 95 Center Road and debated whether the town should retain or divest the parcel. Presenter summarized recorded restrictions and a 1978 decision opposing development due to natural flood storage capacity and groundwater concerns.
After discussing rights-of-way and unclear conveyances, Presenter moved "no change in use" for 95 Center Road; Chair seconded the motion and the commission approved it by voice vote. Presenter said members could revisit the parcel later if legal cleanup or changes in circumstances made redevelopment feasible, but for now the commission recommended keeping the current use and documenting easement language and ownership records.
The commission asked staff and the town attorney to note potential liability issues associated with town ownership and to include suggested language for a formal recommendation to the Board of Selectmen.
