Two Events to Gather the Public’s Input on Hampshire Campus Zoning Study
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Source: amherstma.gov
The Town of Amherst invites the community to attend two upcoming events about the Hampshire Campus Zoning Study on September 22 and September 24. These events are an opportunity to learn more and provide input as the town works to develop new zoning for the Hampshire campus. Participation in both sessions is encouraged. All are welcome! Space is limited so please register to secure a spot.
Event details and registration can be found at: hampshirecampuszoningstudy.com
Accommodations and language interpretation services may be provided if requested through the event registration process. After you register with your name and email, a question will pop up asking whether you need these services.
Hampshire Campus Zoning Study: Sept. 22 Listening Session
Tuesday, September 22 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Eric Carle Museum, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst, MA 01002
Join the Town of Amherst in person for a short presentation and conversation about zoning options for the Hampshire Campus property. This listening session gives community members a chance to learn more and share input on future Hampshire Campus zoning.
Hampshire Campus Zoning Study: Sept 24 Design Workshop
Tuesday, September 24 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Eric Carle Museum, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst, MA 01002
Join the Town of Amherst in person for a design workshop featuring a series of fun, interactive activities. These activities will help us refine ideas for how new zoning of the Hampshire Campus can support Amherst’s housing, economic, and community goals. This design workshop gives community members a chance to explore zoning scenarios and provide direct input on future Hampshire Campus zoning. No previous knowledge of zoning is necessary!
About the Hampshire Campus Zoning Study
The Town of Amherst’s Hampshire Campus Zoning Study seeks to gather property information and community input that will guide new zoning. The information gathered will provide an understanding of the areas that are developable, the capacity of infrastructure (i.e. water, sewer, roadways), housing market demands, opportunities for economic development, and community goals.
A team of contracted experts is conducting the Zoning Study and will help the town gather data, organize information, host community engagement sessions, and share important updates throughout the process. The project aims to propose new zoning for the property in January/February 2027.
The Hampshire College Board of Trustees, as the property owner, will make all decisions about marketing and sale of the property.
If you are unable to attend these events, you can also submit questions and comments online. Materials from these sessions will be posted to the project website following both events. To learn more about the Hampshire Campus Zoning Study, submit questions, and view resources, please go to the dedicated project website available at: hampshirecampuszoningstudy.com
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