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The recent revisions to Chapter 48 could reshape local housing decisions in Stow, granting zoning boards unprecedented discretion and paving the way for unique, tailored outcomes.

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Board debates how Chapter 48 revisions could change local variance practice
Members discussed the state’s revised variance law (Chapter 48) and how a broader 'practical difficulty' test might increase discretion in granting variances and affect future housing applications in Stow.
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November 5, 2026 at 5:48 AM