**Project Update** The Montague City Village Center Study final report and market analysis is now available. Based on Planning Board and Selectboard recommendations, the Planning Department is currently establishing a working committee to focus on redevelopment of the site, and exploring possible zoning amendments necessary to re-develop the parcel in support of residential and non-residential uses on the site. Possible zoning amendments may include, but not limited to: permittted uses, dimensional regulations, and design standards. More discussions, public oureach, and community engagement opportunities to come! Project page updated as of 9/24/2024.
Project Background:
The Farren Care Center is now closed. As demolition of the former facility nears completion, the Town of Montague will soon take ownership, presenting an opportunity to re-envision the property.
The Town of Montague is exploring potential land uses and activities for this 8-acre site, located at 340 Montague City Road, as well as, seeing how it may fit in with the surrounding neighborhood and its connections, be it by foot, bicycle, wheelchair, FRTA bus, or car. As a separate, complementary component to the study, a residential and commercial market feasibility analysis is being conducted.
Technical assistance has been provided by VHB. The Montague City Village Center Study has been funded by the Massachusetts Housing Partnership's Complete Neighborhoods Partnership. The market analysis has been funded by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) FY24 Early Action Community Planning Grant.
Share your ideas!
Residents are encouraged to share ideas for re-envisioning the property. Please send comments and questions to Maureen Pollock, Town Planner at maureenp@montague-ma.gov
Stakeholder Meetings:
During Spring/Summer of 2023, the Town held 3 stakeholder meetings soliciting public input.
Public Meetings:
Public Meeting #1 - The Town hosted a tabling session on Sunday, August 13, 2023 during a RiverCulture sponsored event at Peskeomskut Park to seek public input.
Public Meeting #2 - The Town held its second public meeting on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. At this public meeting, residents reviewed work to date and provided feedback to guide the study.
Final Report:
The final report for this study and market analysis is now available. Planning Department staff are scheduled to present the report findings and recommendations to the Planning Board and to the Selectboard for further discussion and to seek guidance on next steps.
Questions/Comments:
For questions/comments, please contact Maureen Pollock, Town Planner at mpollock@montague-ma.gov or (413) 863-3200 x112
