Town Meeting approved Article 30, a zoning amendment designed to encourage investment in Marshfield’s B2 business district. The new footnote in the zoning bylaws allows for the redevelopment of currently non-conforming lots by right, meaning owners will no longer need to seek a special permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) for conforming uses.

Town Planner K. Horn described the article as business-friendly, noting that it removes unnecessary procedural barriers for property owners who want to upgrade or redevelop existing lots that don't meet current dimensional requirements. Advisory Board member P. Simmonelli agreed, stating the change streamlines a previously burdensome process.

The discussion included a brief procedural clash when resident J. Pvich attempted to raise a second point of order regarding amendments. Moderator P. Sullivan declined to hear further arguments, leading to a vote. The article passed with the required two-thirds majority.

Motion: To amend the zoning bylaw table of dimensional and density regulations as set forth in Article 30.

Vote: Passed by 2/3 Majority