Lunenburg Zoning Board Approves New Home Construction and Vehicle Dealership Amidst Resignation Announcement

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lunenburg Zoning Board approved the demolition and reconstruction of a home on Flat Hill Road and a permit for a used vehicle dealership on Summer Street. The meeting also saw a long-time board member announce his resignation, adding a personal note to the proceedings.

Gardner Planning Board Considers Pearl Street Subdivision Amidst New Zoning Ordinance Changes

Overview: During the recent Gardner Planning Board meeting, members discussed several development projects, with emphasis on the preliminary site plan review for a 55-acre residential subdivision on Pearl Street by FWP Realty Partners LLC. The plan proposes 46 dwelling units, consisting of multiple quadplexes and one duplex, and raises considerations for environmental impact and compliance with newly adopted zoning ordinances for multifamily housing and tiny homes.

Lunenburg Select Board Discusses Water Rate Hike and Anniversary Funding Amid Policy Changes

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Lunenburg Select Board addressed several issues, including a mandated water rate increase due to an intermunicipal agreement, funding for the town’s 300th anniversary celebrations, and discussions on policy modifications related to special events and committee vacancies.

Concerns Over Fire Road 15 Dominate Lunenburg Planning Board Meeting

Overview: The Lunenburg Planning Board meeting on January 12, 2026, centered around significant deliberations on the Approval Not Required (ANR) plan for a property on Parameter Road, with major attention focused on the adequacy of Fire Road 15. This private road, currently servicing several homes near Lake Shirley, was scrutinized for its potential safety hazards and suitability to support additional development. The board, grappling with the technicalities of local bylaws and the physical state of Fire Road 15, debated whether the road met the necessary standards for width, grade, and construction.

Gardner Conservation Commission Approves Compliance Certificates Amidst Concerns Over Utility Projects

Overview: In a recent Gardner Conservation Commission meeting, several issues were addressed, including the approval of compliance certificates for a property with outstanding orders, concerns over utility projects classified as maintenance, and ongoing project monitoring. The commission also discussed grant submissions and professional development opportunities, highlighting the commission’s active role in environmental management and planning for future projects.