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On January 9,2024 the Planning Board will hear comments and recommendations on Civico’s building design from the board's consultant (or “peer reviewer”). The peer reviewer, Dennis Carlone, is an architect/city planner who also consulted when Winchester's Center Business district zoning was adopted. He is reviewing Civico’s latest design, which was revised when the Fire Department required site changes for emergency access, mainly enlarging the driveway to end with a truck turn-around area and widening the alley with the neighboring building.
Previously, the Select Board unanimously approved adjusting the total number of affordable units from 60 to 56 and a small reduction of parking spaces.* Enlarging the driveway and alley made it necessary to add a fourth story to the building that faces Waterfield Rd. This building was also pulled back from the street, adding a green space to the streetscape.
January 9th will be an opportunity to hear the design reviewer’s comments, follow the Planning Board’s discussion, and provide public comment as well. The main zoning issue is building height, and the zoning code allows for a building to be taller if it includes affordable housing, provided the Planning Board grants a special permit after reviewing the design. Please mark your calendars for January 9, 2024 and email info@winchhousingcoalition.org if you can attend as a Housing Coalition representative and take notes. The meeting will be virtual.
Learn more details at Winchester News. Check for calendar changes and meeting agenda here.
*Permission was required under the land contract between the town and Civico.
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