When and where is the hearing on the Coastal District amendments?

The hearing is May 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM, hybrid at MVC Office, 33 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs and via Zoom (ID 878 2111 0402).

What part of the regulations is being changed?

Proposed changes amend Section 3.07(4) addressing Separations in the Coastal District for the Town of Chilmark.

How can I review the proposed amendments before the hearing?

Annotated changes are posted at www.mvcommission.org/dcpc for review.

Can I submit comments if I can't attend the hearing?

Yes—written testimony may be submitted prior to or during the hearing; check the online calendar for details.

Public Hearing — 33 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs, MA

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The Martha's Vineyard Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on May 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM to consider proposed amendments to Coastal District regulations for the Town of Chilmark, specifically changes to separation requirements in Section 3.07(4).

Key Takeaways

Hearing on Coastal District regulation amendments: May 21, 2026, 6:35 PM
Focus: Section 3.07(4) Separations in the Coastal District
Hybrid meeting: in-person at MVC office and via Zoom (ID 878 2111 0402)
Annotated changes available at mvcommission.org/dcpc
Written testimony accepted before or during the hearing

Published: May 15, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Oak Bluffs
Address: 33 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs, MA · 2 filings

Research context

2 filings at this address 2 public hearing notices in Oak Bluffs (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Read the annotated changes online
Visit www.mvcommission.org/dcpc to review the proposed edits to Section 3.07(4) before May 21, 2026.
2
Attend the hearing
Join in person at MVC Office, 33 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs, or via Zoom on May 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM (Zoom ID 878 2111 0402, Password 430182).
3
Submit written testimony
Send written comments prior to or during the hearing; check the MVC online calendar for submission instructions and deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the hearing on the Coastal District amendments?: The hearing is May 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM, hybrid at MVC Office, 33 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs and via Zoom (ID 878 2111 0402).
What part of the regulations is being changed?: Proposed changes amend Section 3.07(4) addressing Separations in the Coastal District for the Town of Chilmark.
How can I review the proposed amendments before the hearing?: Annotated changes are posted at www.mvcommission.org/dcpc for review.
Can I submit comments if I can't attend the hearing?: Yes—written testimony may be submitted prior to or during the hearing; check the online calendar for details.

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Legal terms in this notice

Coastal District: A designated area with special planning rules to protect coastal resources and guide development.
Separations (in zoning context): Required distances between structures, property lines, or features to meet safety or environmental standards.
Designation (of a District): Formal identification of an area subject to specific development guidelines by a commission or agency.

Full Notice Text

MARTHA'S VINEYARD COMMISSIONPUBLIC HEARINGThe public is invited to a public hearingconcerning whether the proposed amend-ments to the regulations governing theCoastal District in the Town of Chilmarkconform to the guidelines for the develop-ment of the District specified in the Com-mission's designation of the District.Amendments are proposed in Section3.07(4) Separations in the Coastal District.Annotated changes can be found on theMVC website:www.mvcommission.org/dcpcDate & Time: Thursday, May 21, 2026 at6:35PMPlace: Hybrid Meeting MVC Office - 1stFloor, 33 New York Ave, Oak Bluffs, MAand Zoom Meeting ID: 878 2111 0402;Password: 430182Written testimony may be submitted priorto or during the hearing. Check for updateson the online calendar.may1,8,15,3-t

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The Martha's Vineyard Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on May 21, 2026 at 6:35 PM to consider proposed amendments to Coastal District regulations in Chilmark, specifically Section 3.07(4) Separations, to determine conformity with the Commission's District guidelines.

May 8, 2026Public HearingOak Bluffs