 Pittsfield ZBA Approves Sign for Buffet in Former Harry'sA new restaurant is closer to its opening day in the former Harry's Supermarket.  Adams Zoning Board Talks Signage BylawFor more than a decade, the Zoning Board has deliberated over several matters involving its “restrictive” sign bylaw. Now, the board is developing a proposed amendment that would make the bylaw less constraining for businesses while preserving the town’s character and protecting neighboring properties. Cheshire Urges Voters to Check Status, Deliberates New Fire SignVoters wishing to cast ballots in next week's primary and the general election should check their voting status: the town clerk's office reported about 900 inactive voters in July. Lanesborough Planners Bring STR, ADU, Signage Bylaws for Town VoteThe Planning Board held a public comment on the much anticipated bylaws for short-term rentals, accessory dwelling units, and signage to be presented at the annual town meeting.  Taconic Student Revitalizes Wild Acres Trailhead SignA Taconic High student has given new life to a city trailhead sign that dates back to the 1980s. Lanesborough Planning Deliberates Sign & STR BylawsThe Planning Board is a step closer to finishing draft bylaws for short-term rentals (STR) and signage to be voted at the annual town meeting. Lanesborough Planners Try to Keep Up With Bylaw ReadingsThe Select Board got an earful last week on the Planning Board's efforts to deal with short-term rentals. Lanesborough Planners Look to Clarify Signage BylawsThe Planning Board looks to reword the town's sign bylaws after a recent contentious tussle over a business sign because of the way the bylaw could be interpreted. Lanesborough ZBA Denies Local Country Store's AppealThe fate of the Lanesborough Local Country Store's signature vintage pickup truck remains uncertain following the Zoning Board of Appeals' recent decision.  Williamstown ZBA Approves First Sign ApplicantThe Zoning Board of Appeals this month approved a painted sign on a brick wall advertising a new Water Street vendor.  Pittsfield ZBA OKs Sign For Ollie's Discount StoreThe city is closer to having another bargain store to shop at. Williamstown Fire Officials Call on Residents to Properly Mark AddressesCommittee member John Notsley raised the issue, telling his colleagues that the lack of proper numbering on homes had been bothering him.  Jiu Jitsu Studio Approved in North AdamsThe Planning Board on Monday approved an application for Steeple City Jiu Jitsu to set up shop in the former Green, a community and event space operated by Terra Nova Church. Williamstown Moves to Replace Sign CommissionThe Select Board on Monday took a step toward replacing the town's moribund Sign Commission.  'Wayfinding' Study Group Presents Plan to Williamstown Select BoardThe Select Board on Monday heard the results of a six-month effort to develop a plan for new "wayfinding" signage throughout the downtown. |
