[Massplanners] Definitive Subdivision -Covenant Expiration

[Michelle Tyler]

For what it's worth, Randolph requires the applicant to submit a time
request extension (we have a form) with an explanation of why construction
hasn't started and what the proposed time frame is to begin the work. They
need to appear before the Board to have a conversation before any extension
is granted.  I have found far too many subdivisions approved (before my
time) with no terms for construction and they have gone more than a decade
without being started!

*Michelle R. Tyler*
*Director of Planning*
*Town of Randolph*
*781-961-0936*
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On Mon, Feb 5, 2024 at 9:05 AM Richard McCarthy via MassPlanners <
massplanners at masscptc.org> wrote:

> Gary,
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> I agree with others the Planning Board is obligated. It’s not unusual to
> hear a subdivision hasn’t started.  There are numerous logical reasons why
> it hasn’t started.  If there hasn’t been any zoning changes or subdivision
> regulation changes that the development would then be subject to granting
> an extension may not be that big of a deal.
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> Good luck.
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> *From:* MassPlanners <massplanners-bounces at masscptc.org> *On Behalf Of *Gary
> Bechtholdt via MassPlanners
> *Sent:* Friday, February 2, 2024 8:32 AM
> *To:* massplanners at masscptc.org
> *Subject:* [Massplanners] Definitive Subdivision -Covenant Expiration
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> Hello All:
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> Perhaps a good Friday questions.
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> Have a Definitive Subdivision Plan approval /Covenant about to expire
> (March 2024) -development has yet to commence any type of construction.
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> Is the Planning Board obligated to grant any sort of extension?
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> Curious to hear from your experiences & thoughts concerning this.
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> Thanks,
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> -Gary
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> R. Gary Bechtholdt II
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> Planning & Community Development Director
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