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2 issues in zoning with medium priority
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HPC Code Revisions and Landmark Nominations
The town is planning to review and update the local historic preservation statute. Officials will coordinate with the Town Attorney to draft and discuss proposed changes.
2 mentionsLast discussed Jun 10, 2026
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Invisible Dog Fences and Neighbor Disagreements
A resident raised concerns about gaps in town code regarding invisible dog fences installed right along property lines, leaving neighbors fearful of approaching dogs. Town leadership promised to investigate and follow up on potential regulatory remedies.
1 mentionLast discussed May 26, 2026