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Residents voice opposition to proposed affordable housing projects in Bethel

The Bethel Planning and Zoning Commission heard from a number of residents as the group considers two applications for affordable housing projects, one on Good Hill Road and the other on Shelley Drive.  Some of the concerns raised during the virtual public hearing were about traffic safety and fitting the character of the neighborhoods.  The applications are being made under the state's 8-30g statute, which allows developers to bypass zoning laws if a certain number of units are designated as affordable housing.  There are some exceptions for public health, welfare and safety.   The hearings were continued to July 28th.  The Bethel Inland Wetland Commission approved the Shelley Road project  in May The Good Hill Road project is still under consideration.