The Town Planning Board is finally lifting the veil of secrecy shrouding some of its deliberations - but people will still be barred from the room in which it meets.
They will only be allowed to watch part of the proceedings, and only on closed-circuit television in an adjoining room.
Only 50 people will be allowed to see each broadcast. Those wishing to watch the board's proceedings will have to book seats in advance, with reservations opening every Monday.
Minutes of meetings will be made public, but will not indicate which board members said what.
Presentations to the board by developers and residents will be 'open' to the public, but discussions of planning proposals will remain confidential under the Town Planning Ordinance.
The first 'open' meeting will be held next week.