Dear Neighbors and Stoughton Residents,

I’m reaching out as a fellow resident of Pleasant Street to ask for your support in opposing the proposed 43-unit apartment complex at 576 Pleasant Street.

This project is being labeled as “mixed-use” simply because it includes just 1,120 square feet of retail space—barely more than a small storefront. That token space is being used to attempt to bypass the zoning rules that are supposed to protect our neighborhood from high-density residential development.

This project does not belong in our residential area, and it clearly violates the spirit of Stoughton’s zoning bylaws. If allowed to proceed, it sets a dangerous precedent: one that opens the door for more oversized developments, without proper community review or accountability.

Here’s what’s at risk:

• Major increases in traffic at an already congested intersection
• Strain on utilities and infrastructure, including water pressure
• Loss of neighborhood character and peace
• Decrease in nearby home values and quality of life

We’re not against smart development—but this project is not responsible and not right for our town.

Please join us in protecting our neighborhood. Sign the petition to urge the Planning Board to deny this project and any zoning waivers. We need responsible growth—not loopholes that put profit over people.

Plans can be viewed at the link below:

https://stoughton.org/436/Projects-Under-Review 

the minutes from the last public hearing/planning board meeting are linked below:

https://stoughton.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05222025-4923 

*Please sign, there is not a requirement for you to pay for your name to appear on this petition. If you have concerns about digitally signing using this link, I will make provisions for you to sign a physical petition separately