Whitman Considers Smart Growth Housing District to Unlock State Incentive Payments

Town discusses pension burden with County Treasurer O'Brien

WHITMAN - October 7 - The Whitman Select Board held a public hearing on a proposed 40R Smart Growth Zoning District that could bring the town an immediate $350,000 payment from the state, plus $3,000 for every housing unit built in a designated area near the MBTA Commuter Rail station. The overlay district would cover approximately 40 acres along South …