Medford residents and interested parties are gearing up to have their say at an upcoming public hearing this Friday. The Site Plan and Architectural Commission (SPAC) is all set to review a major housing initiative, the Haya Park development, as announced by city officials. If the green light flashes and the appeal period passes without incident, this project promises to inject nearly 500 new housing units into the local grid.
The plans on display are ambitious, spanning 26 buildings — a mix of two- and three-story buildings. Phase 1A, a work attributed to property owner Ramzi Fakhoury, features 13 multi-family units and will lay its foundations across roughly 12.5 acres. Not to be outdone, Phase 1B, shepherded by John Bottala, mirrors its counterpart with another 13 buildings over roughly 12.09 acres. This potential new slice of Medford life finds itself south of Coal Mine Road and just a stone's throw east of North Phoenix Road.
The city has stated that traffic impact and other factors are still under review. According to Medford’s municipal website, city officials note that several considerations, including traffic impacts, could lead to modifications in the final project plan. Officials continue to evaluate how the proposed Haya Park development may affect local roads and transportation patterns as part of the ongoing review process.
Approval marks the initial step in the project’s process, pending the two-week appeal period. Developers will have two years to begin construction, with the option of a one-year extension if needed. The upcoming meeting will outline the next stages of the housing development and provide an opportunity for residents to participate in public discussions as the city considers how the project aligns with Medford’s existing infrastructure.
