The Planning Board was established in 1962 with the
enactment of subdivision control. The Planning Board is the
permit granting authority for subdivisions and land divisions
under the subdivision control law (MGL Chapter 41 Section 81).
More recently the Planning Board has been given a significant
role in the downtown Hyannis revitalization.
- To serve as the special permit granting authority for the
Hyannis Village Zoning Districts.
- To be responsible for implementing the Downtown Hyannis
Design and Infrastructure Plan.
- And, with respect to regulatory agreements in the
Hyannis Village Zoning Districts, to be responsible for
negotiating, holding public hearings, and making
recommendation to the Town Council.
The Board also is responsible for updating and implementing
the Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP). The Planning Board has
appointed a zoning subcommittee which directs the LCP’s
implementation by proposing amendments to the zoning ordinance.
The Board is composed of seven members. A simple majority is
necessary for the grant of a subdivision; however for a Special
Permit, a positive vote of 5 members is necessary.
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