Planning Board 06-08-2026

The Barnstable Planning Board held a meeting on June 8, 2026, primarily to discuss and vote on a recommendation to the Town Council regarding the alteration of the public way at the South Street and Old Colony Road intersection in Hyannis. The board reviewed plans to widen the roadway layout to accommodate a new small roundabout and pedestrian amenities, including a shared use path funded by a Complete Streets grant. The project also involves accepting an easement from the Barnstable Housing Authority to facilitate these improvements. The board unanimously approved the recommendation to alter the public way as proposed. Additionally, updates were provided on zoning subcommittee efforts to standardize building height definitions and address signage and clean energy siting regulations. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the meeting included references to grant funding and upcoming construction schedules related to the Great Streets project.