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Rutland Seeks Land Use Exemption | Montpelier News
Rutland, Vermont is eyeing a historic exemption from Act 250 to unlock housing growth without sacrificing local control—after investing heavily in wastewater and water systems to handle expansion. The Land Use Review Board recently toured neighborhoods and the TIF district, seeing firsthand what’s possible—and what challenges remain. Mayor Tom Donahue stressed that boots-on-the-ground visits reveal more than reports ever could. Now, the board must decide within 30 days if Rutland becomes Vermont’s first city to get this rare green light, setting the stage for responsible, community-driven…
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