Housing Partnership to seek corrected charge from town

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What happened

The committee found its posted charge outdated in two respects: it describes the partnership as developers' first point of contact and provides for a Select Board member, a seat never filled. The committee agreed to request correction from the town manager and to invite town health officials to discuss whether septic sizing rules discourage accessory dwelling units.

Key decisions

• 📋 Invite health officials to discuss septic sizing. The committee agreed to invite town health officials to discuss septic sizing and whether those rules block accessory dwelling units. Nearly all Wayland ADUs are built for family members, and the cost of replacing an existing septic system is often the practical barrier. Read case details
• 📜 Request correction of committee charge. The committee agreed to write to Town Manager Michael McCall requesting correction of the posted charge, which incorrectly names the partnership as developers' first point of contact and provides for a never-filled Select Board seat. Read case details
• 📜 Place charge review on next agenda. The committee placed a review of its own charge on the agenda for the next meeting, following the letter to the town manager seeking correction. (Next: Nov. 10). Read case details
• 📜 Move regular meetings to second Tuesday. The committee moved its regular meeting from the second Wednesday to the second Tuesday of each month, beginning Nov. 10, to avoid Planning Board conflicts. (Next: Nov. 10). Read case details

Next dates

• Nov. 10: Next regular Housing Partnership meeting

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