Gerry Weiss: What the facts are trying to tell us
Published: 4/7/2021 3:27:49 PM
In the not too distant future, the Amherst Town Council will be voting on whether or not to change some zoning bylaws, specifically regarding mixed-use buildings and inclusionary zoning, a zoning device used by many communities to increase the availability of affordable housing.
Walk down the sidewalk past the Zanna block and notice what you see as you pass One East Pleasant Street, the five-story monolith. At its closest point to the street, it is a mere 8 feet, 5 inches. There is a tiny tree lawn, with no benches and no public space, in shade much of the day and quite sterile.