Planning Board — May 26, 2026
The meeting was characterized by administrative continuances and standard approvals with no public testimony recorded.
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At the May 26 Danvers Planning Board meeting, several decisions were made that impact local business density and long-term housing strategy.
First, the board approved design special permits and a waiver for outdoor amenity space for the 103 High Street (Daily Harvest) building expansion. While the project aims to replace storage lost in a recent fire, the discussion highlighted potential downsides. Board members noted that the current parking lot is already 'tight,' raising concerns about how further expansion and the use of non-conforming amenity spaces might affect parking and site density.
Second, the board is nearing a final decision on the long-term Housing Production Plan. This plan has been under discussion for over a year and is expected to face a formal vote during the June meetings. Because this plan dictates long-term housing availability and zoning across Danvers, residents should stay informed on the final details before the vote occurs.
Stay tuned for updates as these items move toward final implementation.
Public impact
Long-term strategic planning for municipal housing availability
No questions or comments were raised by the board members during this session.
A formal vote on the plan is expected during the first or second June meeting.
Building addition and parking/amenity space reconfiguration
The board approved the design special permits and the waiver for outdoor amenity space via roll call vote.
The applicant must record the decision at the Southern Essex Registry of Deeds and pay a $5,898 transportation mitigation fee.
Topics discussed
The board held an opportunity for questions and comments regarding the long-term housing production plan before a scheduled vote.
No questions or comments were raised by the board members.
A formal vote on the plan is expected during the first or second June meeting.
A request for special permits and site plan review for a mixed-use project involving 18 residential units and 12 townhouses.
The board voted to continue the application to the June 9th meeting.
The application will return to the board on June 9th, 2026.
A site plan review submitted by Abiomed Incorporated for a building addition and parking lot expansion.
The board voted to continue the application to the June 9th meeting.
The application will return to the board on June 9th, 2026.
A public hearing regarding design special permits and a waiver for a building addition to accommodate back-of-house needs following a fire.
The board approved the design special permits and the waiver for outdoor amenity space.
The applicant must record the decision at the Southern Essex Registry of Deeds and pay a transportation mitigation fee of $5,898 (based on 1,966 sq ft at $3/sq ft).
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
103 High Street (Daily Harvest) Building Expansion
Public comment
Decisions logged
Action items
Member positions
Positions marked ~ are inferred from context and may not reflect the member's explicitly stated position. UNCLEAR means the vote was split but the record did not name how this member voted — it is not a “yes.”
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