Summary
The city is settling the Prestige Builder lawsuit with a deal that allows a compliant 32-lot single-family subdivision on about 94.5 acres on Ravenna Street and Stow Road, ending litigation and a multi-million dollar claim. A resident letter criticizing the deal was read into the record.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 1
Rising — discussed at 5 meetings since Sep 8, 2026, up from 2 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
The settlement resolves a multi-million dollar hardship claim against the city, avoiding potentially larger litigation costs.
The city avoids a costly lawsuit; the developer gains approved terms for a compliant subdivision.
Residents like Todd Zedak who wanted the development stopped entirely see it proceed under the settlement terms.
Mentions & discussions (7)
City Council - Oct 20, 2026
Residents repeatedly pressed council over the proposed settlement that would let the developer bypass Planning Commission approval, arguing it abandons the rural residential conservation standards in the charter and land development code. Several speakers accused Council Member D'Eramo of a conflict of interest through her brother's firm; she announced she is recusing herself pending the solicitor's review.
City Council - Oct 6, 2026
Council was poised to settle the Prestige Builder lawsuit and clear the way for a 32-lot conservation subdivision on 94 acres along Ravenna Street and Stow Road. Instead, unanimous postponement to November 17 after residents raised alarms about high water tables, drainage onto the Equestrian Center and neighboring farms, wetland loss, and whether the City is abandoning its own codes under litigation pressure.
City Council (Work) - Sep 22, 2026
The settlement ends the Prestige Builder lawsuit and allows a 32-lot subdivision on Ravenna Street and Stow Road. Some residents, and a letter read into the record, say it violates Hudson's rural zoning protections. Several council members want more time to meet with residents before the vote.
City Council - Sep 15, 2026
The proposed settlement would end litigation and a hardship claim, clearing the way for 32 homes on ~95 acres off Ravenna Street and Stow Road. Opponents say it bypasses the Planning Commission and violates the charter; a vote is expected October 6.
City Council (Work) - Sep 8, 2026
The city is settling the Prestige Builder lawsuit with a deal that allows a compliant 32-lot single-family subdivision on about 94.5 acres on Ravenna Street and Stow Road, ending litigation and a multi-million dollar claim. A resident letter criticizing the deal was read into the record.
City Council - Sep 1, 2026
Council took its first look at a resolution settling the Prestige Builder Group lawsuit over the Canterbury Crossing subdivision on Ravenna Street. Neighbors argued the settlement bypasses the Planning Commission's rejection and the land development code, and raised water/drainage concerns. A public hearing is set for September 15.
City Council (Work) - Aug 25, 2026
The city is considering settling the Prestige Builder lawsuit with a 32-lot subdivision plan on ~94.56 acres off Ravenna Street and Stow Road — reversing years of rejections. A public hearing September 15 gives residents a chance to weigh in before any vote.
Related development
Canterbury Meadows (Prestige Builder settlement)
The long-running dispute over the property is resolved with 32 homes and preserved open space instead of continued litigation.
Canterbury Meadows (Canterbury Crossing) settlement
The subdivision brings new homes to a rural-zoned corner of Hudson; stormwater and loss of open space are residents' top concerns.
Canterbury Meadows / Canterbury Crossing subdivision
Neighbors worry the settlement lets the developer sidestep the Planning Commission's rejection and the land development code, with a large retention pond planned right on the property line.
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