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Rockland Approves MBTA Zoning Changes in Close Vote

Town Meeting narrowly passes new multi-family housing district near park and ride to avoid costly legal battles with state

Justin Evans
May 09, 2024
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ROCKLAND, MA - May 6 - Rockland Town Meeting voted to approve zoning changes to comply with a state law requiring multi-family housing near public transit, despite concerns from some residents about the impact on infrastructure and town character. The vote, which took place during the Annual Town Meeting on May 6, aims to bring the town into compliance …

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