Chair reminds members to document denials and notes potential calendar changes

Sep 14, 2026

Chair Patrick Coyne reminded board members that votes to deny special permits should be supported in writing with bylaw references and flagged possible calendar shifts for upcoming hearings and continuations.

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Chair Patrick Coyne used the close of hearings on Sept. 9 to remind members about administrative responsibilities: if any member votes to deny a special permit, the decision should be supported in writing with references to the applicable bylaws so a record exists for any later legal review.

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