Over the past several months, the Granby Center Advisory Committee has been working with the consultant firm BFJ Planning to create a master plan for the Granby Center area. The goal of this study is to create a framework that supports a connected, healthy, vibrant and resilient center for businesses, residents and visitors that aligns with Granby’s Plan of Conservation and Development. At a public workshop on May 15, BFJ Planning presented its preliminary recommendations and draft strategies.
The workshop began with a brief presentation by BFJ Planning. The presentation provided an overview of the proposed Granby Center zone boundaries; recommended uses that would be allowed in the zone; area and bulk standards, including recommended lot size, residential density, building height and landscape buffers; parking requirements; a possible circulation network with expanded sidewalks; a conceptual layout for an expanded Town Green; and proposed landscape and streetscape enhancements.
Following the presentation, those in attendance moved to tables for further discussion. Participants discussed the possible changes and using a map of the center area showing the sidewalk network, parking areas and other possible streetscape improvements, were able to note what they liked and disliked and recommend their own changes. BFJ Planning will be using the input and feedback from the public workshop as it refines the recommendations.
BFJ’s presentation slides are posted on the Granby Center Advisory Committee’s webpage (granby-ct.gov/496/Granby-Center-Advisory-Committee [BFJ Workshop Presentation 5-15-25]) and the presentation portion of the workshop is available for viewing on GCTV’s website under “Shows in the Spotlight.”