168 Bedford St., lots 1,2 & 3, Lakeville, MA 02347

168 Bedford St., Lots 1,2&3, Lakeville, MA 02347 Primary Possible Uses:

Because the property at 168 Bedford Street is dual-zoned for General Business (B) and Residential (R), it offers a remarkably wide range of development paths.

According to Lakeville’s zoning bylaws and current market listings for this specific site, here are the primary possible uses:

1. Commercial & Business Development

Under the "Business" zoning, many uses are permitted "as of right" (Y) or via "Special Permit" (SP):

• • Retail & Professional: Business or professional offices, banks, and retail stores (under 35,000 sq. ft.). Large-scale "big box" retail may be possible with a Special Permit.
  • Hospitality & Food Service: Restaurants, hotels, and motels are generally permitted in the Business district.
  • Services: Medical facilities, funeral homes, veterinary hospitals/kennels, and radio/TV studios.
  • Automotive: Auto/boat sales, rentals, or service stations (typically require a Special Permit).
  • Industrial/Trade Light: Plumbing, electrical, or carpentry shops.

2. Residential Housing (Single-Family or Multi-Family)

Since the land is also residentially zoned and already has town-approved plans for three distinct lots, residential development is a major focus:

• • Single-Family Homes: The current lot division (Lots 1, 2, and 3) is ideally suited for high-end single-family estates or a small private enclave.
  • Chapter 40B Development: Recent conceptual plans for this site have explored a 14-door 40B housing project. Chapter 40B allows developers to bypass certain local zoning constraints if a percentage of the units are designated as affordable housing.

3. Mixed-Use Potential

The most lucrative use may be a combination of the two. With 22+ acres, a developer could potentially:

• • Place commercial frontage along Route 18 (Bedford St) for high visibility and traffic.
  • Develop residential units in the quieter, wooded rear portions of the 22-acre tract.

4. Specialized Uses

• • Self-Storage or Warehousing: Given the proximity to I-495, this is a popular use for high-visibility commercial land, though it often requires a Special Permit.
  • Agriculture/Horticulture: Farming, greenhouses, and nurseries are permitted, especially on parcels over 5 acres.
  • Recreational Facilities: Commercial amusements like bowling alleys or theaters (under 300 seats).

Utilities/Progress:

• • Septic/Water: The property requires Private Water and Private Sewer. Any large-scale use (like a hotel or 14-unit housing) will require a substantial Title 5 compliant septic system or a small onsite wastewater treatment facility.
  • Access: The state has already approved the entry point, which is a major hurdle cleared for any high-traffic commercial use.
  • Permitting: The town has already approved the Lots 1,2&3 Preliminary Plan.

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