Planning Board opens public hearing on six zoning amendments
Planning Board holds public hearing on six zoning proposals. Oak Bluffs Planning Board Vice Chair Chris Chambers led discussion of proposed amendments to zoning bylaws governing short-term rentals, environmental performance standards, erosion control, site plan review, accessory uses, and
Planning Board · Meeting of February 12, 2026
OAK BLUFFS — Planning Board holds public hearing on six zoning proposals. Oak Bluffs Planning Board Vice Chair Chris Chambers led discussion of proposed amendments to zoning bylaws governing short-term rentals, environmental performance standards, erosion control, site plan review, accessory uses, and agricultural use oversight. The board approved its January 22 minutes 5-0 but deferred voting on the zoning proposals pending public input.
Select Board Member Mark Leonard presented a proposed large event by-law requiring permits 45 days in advance, capping events to one per month, and implementing noise and septic restrictions. Public comment raised concerns about enforcement capacity, non-profit exemption loopholes, and parking solutions. The board also received a Capital Improvement Committee update reporting over 6 million dollars in requests.
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Source: the Planning Board meeting of February 12, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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