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Community concerns raised but deferred
At the 3/2 Planning & Zoning meeting, the Commission discussed a potential major shift for Hillstone Road: choosing between 60 apartments or 22 homes. Residents raised concerns about traffic and character, but no formal... https://meetingwatch.org/ct/manchester/planning-zoning-commission/2026-03-02/ #MeetingWatch #ManchesterCT
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Board internal division and legal/zoning implications
Is it 'spot zoning'? During the 3/2 P&Z meeting, Commissioner Kennedy raised legal concerns about approving high-density apartments in a rural residential area on Hillstone Road. A major decision on Manchester’s density is... https://meetingwatch.org/ct/manchester/planning-zoning-commission/2026-03-02/ #MeetingWatch #ManchesterCT
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Factual reporting of industrial approval
Manchester P&Z approved a 68,000 sq ft addition for Allied Printing Services on 3/2. The modification includes parking relocation and infrastructure changes at 1046 Tollin Turnpike. This was a unanimous decision. https://meetingwatch.org/ct/manchester/planning-zoning-commission/2026-03-02/ #MeetingWatch #ManchesterCT
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The future of Hillstone Road is at a crossroads, and the March 2nd Planning & Zoning meeting revealed a growing tension between housing mandates and neighborhood character. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #ManchesterCT
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Trivik Buildings LLC presented two options for 12 acres: a high-density project with ~60 apartments (PRD) or a lower-density cluster of ~22 single-family homes. This choice will fundamentally change the area.
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Local residents attended to voice concerns over traffic congestion and neighborhood compatibility. While the Commission listened, they noted that because this was a pre-application review, no formal action could be taken yet.
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The debate isn't just about density; it's about legality. Commissioner Kennedy raised concerns about 'spot zoning'—the idea of placing high-density housing in the middle of a rural residential tract. This remains a key point of contention. https://meetingwatch.org/ct/manchester/planning-zoning-commission/2026-03-02/
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At the March 2, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, a significant debate emerged regarding the future of the 12-acre Hillstone Road property. The discussion centered on a pre-application review for Trivik Buildings LLC, which is weighing two very different development paths: a high-density Planned Regional Development (PRD) featuring approximately 60 apartment units, or a lower-density cluster subdivision of about 22 single-family homes. Local residents attended the meeting to express direct opposition to the high-density option, citing concerns over increased traffic congestion and the impact on the existing rural residential character of the neighborhood. While the Commission acknowledged these concerns, they stated that because this was a non-binding pre-application discussion, no formal decisions or votes were taken to address the community's input. Internal divisions were also evident. Commissioner Kennedy raised specific concerns regarding the legality of the high-density proposal, questioning whether such a move would constitute 'spot zoning' by placing high-density housing in an area otherwise characterized by rural residential tracts. As the town balances its goal of addressing the housing crisis with the preservation of neighborhood infrastructure, the Hillstone Road development remains a high-stakes issue for Manchester residents. https://meetingwatch.org/ct/manchester/planning-zoning-commission/2026-03-02/ #MeetingWatch #ManchesterCT