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A developer is sounding the alarm over Westerly's proposed water impact fees, claiming they could unfairly burden the Liberty Crossing project without a solid basis for their costs.

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Developer warns Westerly fee would overburden Liberty Crossing project; attorney urges pause
Attorney for Liberty Crossing said the proposed per-unit water impact fee is arbitrary and not tied to the project's actual impact, and urged the council to pause adoption until a full needs assessment is completed; the council proceeded after adopting the hydraulic model findings.
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November 4, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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Big changes are coming to Electric Boat in North Kingstown, with a 27-acre lease expansion and an extension through 2048!

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Quonset Development board report: Electric Boat lease acreage added, lease extended to 2048
David Maiele, North Kingstown's QDC representative, reported lease amendments adding roughly 27 acres for Electric Boat parking and extending another Electric Boat lease to Dec. 31, 2048; the board also accepted FY2026 audited financial statements.
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October 9, 2026 at 3:09 AM
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A bold new development proposal by Star Capital LLC could reshape Coventry, bringing a mix of commercial spaces and 218 units of affordable housing to the London Turnpike.

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Star Capital LLC proposes commercial and multifamily developments on London Turnpike
Star Capital LLC plans a commercial project and a 218-unit affordable housing development.
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August 29, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Residents are demanding accountability as ongoing violations at a local development site threaten their safety and environment.

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Charles Boyd urges town council to halt development amid ongoing court violations
Boyd calls for investigation into Albert Properties LLC for non-compliance and safety concerns.
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August 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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The Newport Zoning Board has given the green light for significant residential projects, paving the way for ambitious developments by Raleigh Brennan and Grace Turcotte.

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Newport Board approves variances for Turcotte and Brennan property developments
Board unanimously grants variances for residential projects by Raleigh Brennan and Grace Turcotte.
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April 29, 2025 at 5:48 AM