Affordable units may be located on an alternative site or sites
in Easton suitable for housing use, preferably in the same neighborhood as the
on-site development. While off-site affordable units may be located in an
existing structure, the potential for displacement of existing tenants shall be
considered by the Planning & Zoning Board. Affordable units provided through
this alternative method shall comply in all other respects other with the
requirements of this section. The applicant’s Affordable Housing Plan shall show
that the applicant shall provide a greater affordable housing benefit to the Town
than would have been provided on site. 2. Cash Payment. The applicant may choose to make a cash payment to the Housing
Trust, as clarified in the Affordable Housing Guidelines. 8.9.7 Procedures. All projects shall comply with the following procedures as applicable:
1. Pre-Application Meeting. The applicant shall convene a pre-application meeting
with the Planning & Zoning Board to discuss the project proposal and affordable
housing requirements. 2. Submittal of Affordable Housing Plan. The applicant shall fill out and submit an
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Affordable Housing Plan form to the Department of Planning and Community
Development prior to making an application for a building permit. This form
requires the following information:
a. On-Site Unit Projects. Applicants electing to develop on-site affordable
units shall provide a schedule of all project units by location, square
footage, unit types, number and types of rooms, and location of affordable
units. b. Cash Contribution Projects. Applicants electing to make a cash
contribution in lieu of providing affordable units shall provide a statement
of the number of project units and the corresponding formula required by
the Affordable Housing Guidelines. c. Alternative Requirements.