Prospective Costco gas station decision delayed by zoning board

A decision on a proposed Costco gas station in Plymouth, Massachusetts, has been delayed by the Zoning Board of Appeals due to resident opposition and concerns over water protection zones. This delay is part of a larger ongoing competition between Plymouth and Kingston to attract a new Costco and its associated tax revenue. The gas station’s location within or near aquifer protection districts is a central point of contention, as both towns vie for the lucrative development while navigating environmental and regulatory challenges.