https://southborough.info/issues/154-turnpike-road/ 2026-10-15T23:35:55-04:00 https://southborough.info/topics/hCwuB4U1qOk/1 2026-09-28T12:00:00Z

The applicant requested a continuation of the public hearing for site plan modifications addressing non-compliance at 154 Turnpike Road without testimony. The board voted to continue the hearing and extended the statutory action deadline. Outcome: Continued to October 19, 2026; action deadline extended to October 23, 2026.

https://southborough.info/topics/QrLqRNyQNCQ/1 2026-09-14T12:00:00Z

Capital Group Properties requested a continuation of the public hearing regarding non-compliance modifications to their major site plan concerning landscaping and lighting. The applicant is installing dimmer switches to meet lighting calculations, which board members will inspect during an evening site visit before the next meeting. Outcome: Hearing continued to September 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM.

https://southborough.info/topics/i3pBZm9DgSs/4 2026-07-13T12:00:00Z

The board discussed exterior site plan compliance for 154 Turnpike Road, focusing on proposed dimmer modules to bring existing non-compliant site lighting into conformance. The board agreed to allow the town planner to recommend approval of an occupancy permit for the interior tenant, Chase Bank, whose interior fit-out meets prior site plan conditions, while continuing the overall site plan modification hearing to September. Outcome: Board authorized the planner to sign off on Chase Bank interior occupancy; continued the public hearing to September 14, 2026, at 6:45 p.m., and extended the decision deadline to October 2, 2026.

https://southborough.info/topics/kpEDyrpGcHk/5 2026-06-01T12:00:00Z

The applicant for 154 Turnpike Road requested to continue the public hearing for a major site plan modification and extend the deadline for board action. Outcome: Continuance and deadline extension approved unanimously 5-0.

https://southborough.info/topics/gobeHAshCpc/4 2026-05-11T12:00:00Z

The board reviewed landscape revisions and exterior lighting compliance for Capital Group Properties at 154 Turnpike Road. Board members noted that exterior parking lot light levels significantly exceed town outdoor illumination limits and that non-dimmable fixtures pose light trespass concerns toward residential neighbors on Breakneck Hill Road. The applicant agreed to consult fixture manufacturers and work directly with board members to explore bulb replacement or shielding solutions. Outcome: Hearing continued to June 1, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

https://southborough.info/topics/jsNUGSfKF7c/5 2026-04-27T12:00:00Z

The applicant for 154 Turnpike Road requested a continuation of the major site plan approval modification hearing to allow additional time to finalize landscape plans submitted earlier that day. The board voted to continue the hearing to May 11, 2026, and extended its decision deadline to June 5, 2026. Outcome: Hearing continued to May 11, 2026; action deadline extended to June 5, 2026.

https://southborough.info/topics/jsNUGSfKF7c/3 2026-04-27T12:00:00Z

The board held a joint public hearing with the tree warden regarding the unauthorized removal of a public shade tree at the corner of Turnpike Road and Breakneck Hill Road. Representatives of Capital Group Properties stated the tree was in decay and removed due to safety concerns during construction. The board and tree warden determined that proper procedure was not followed and agreed on mitigation requiring the developer to provide six three-inch caliper trees to be planted by the town. Outcome: Approved remediation requiring applicant to donate six 3-inch caliper replacement trees.