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PlanningBoard | 2022-02-14 | 8 | Board Member Curtis addressed there was the demand for units but they needed to focus on the reality of getting them built. He discussed what the developer had to do and having the height to build those units was important. He discussed the importance of finance for these developers. Vice President Ruiz discussed Overlay zones and the conflicts around those. She also agreed that WABA needed to talk to its business owners. She also wanted to discuss the sight line they were using to create these new height limits, having livable streets was important. She thought a Shadow Study should be a requirement as a better gauge to set building height. She thought that Webster and Park St should be kept at the same height and was in support of Neptune Plaza being in an Overlay Zone. Director Thomas explained and discussed the issues around the Density Bonus Ordinance and the overlays. He also discussed current projects and the issues they were having. Board Member Hom discussed the importance of balancing the historic core with where residential density is logical. He believed these two corridors were great for housing, he thought housing would be beneficial and wouldn't deter from the historic feel. He also gave his thoughts on increasing density and the Density Bonus Law. Board Member Cisneros agreed that overlays could be a very useful tool. However, she felt it was important to change the zoning. She also agreed there should be more flexibility on Webster Street. She also discussed her concerns around zoning. President Saheba generally was more supportive of no density limits and discussed the benefits of that. He also thought a consistent height through Webster would be good. He then discussed when an Overlay made more sense. Director Thomas went into detail discussing Density Bonus. 8. MINUTES 8-A 2022-1745 - Draft Meeting Minutes - December 12, 2021 Board Member Teague pointed out a typo. President Saheba opened public comments. There were no speakers. President Saheba closed public comment. Draft Planning Board Minutes Page 8 of 10 February 14, 2022 | PlanningBoard/2022-02-14.pdf |