Planning Board backs zoning changes for affordable housing
Deerfield Planning Board unanimously backs zoning amendments to boost affordable housing. The board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of changes to zoning Sections 2230, 3100, and 3900, focusing on accessory dwelling unit regulations including parking requirements and special permit language. Chair
Planning Board · Meeting of August 3, 2026
Deerfield Planning Board unanimously backs zoning amendments to boost affordable housing. The board voted 5-0 to recommend approval of changes to zoning Sections 2230, 3100, and 3900, focusing on accessory dwelling unit regulations including parking requirements and special permit language. Chair Denise Mason reviewed language modifications from Attorney Mead; the Selectboard had previously endorsed the changes.
The amendments advance to Town Meeting for final approval.
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Source: the Planning Board meeting of August 3, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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