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The Planning Board unanimously postponed appointing a planner to prepare the redevelopment plan for 23 Orchard Road. The proposed concept would convert a long-vacant office building into an Innovation Center, supported by luxury rental apartments, but no redevelopment plan was approved.
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The Board discussed how to redevelop 23 Orchard Road and generally supported exploring an Innovation Center with housing. Members and residents called for clearer environmental protections, including stream-corridor safeguards, more information about project costs, and consideration of affordable housing above 20 percent. The Board also recommended securing specialized planning expertise, potentially through a request for proposals, before moving forward.
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