Board rejects reclassification of M1/M2 permitted uses, preserves current permissions
After debate about notice and property rights, the planning board voted 7–1 to remove proposed changes that would have reclassified many M1 permitted uses as special uses in M2 heavy industrial zones, leaving current M1/M2 permissions intact.
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Board members debated a proposed reclassification that would have required special‑use approval for many uses in the M2 (heavy industrial) district that are currently permitted. Several members argued the change would be overreach and would strip longstanding permissions from property owners; others said special‑use review protects neighbors by requiring public hearings.
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