Chelmsford Planning Board Denies Special Permit for Riverneck Road Contractor Yard Amid Traffic Concerns

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board’s recent meeting was marked by debate and the eventual denial of a special permit for an outdoor contractor yard at 191 to 195 Riverneck Road. Concerns over increased truck traffic and its potential impact on neighborhood safety and character dominated discussions. The board also addressed multiple planning and zoning issues, including the redevelopment of a fire station and a solar project on a landfill.

Proposed Mixed-Use Development Sparks Traffic and Safety Concerns in Chelmsford Planning Board Meeting

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting on October 22nd was dominated by discussions on a proposed mixed-use development on Independence Drive. This project, which includes a small pizza restaurant and 15 apartments, raised concerns about traffic, safety, and compliance with local regulations. The board heard from representatives and residents, focusing on the safety implications of increased traffic and the compatibility of the development with the community’s residential character.

Chelmsford Planning Board Weighs Impact of Proposed Developments on Traffic and Safety

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting focused heavily on the implications of several proposed projects, particularly in terms of traffic impact and community safety. The board examined modifications to a property on Glenn Avenue and the Crooked Springs Water Treatment Plant, while also considering the repercussions of a mixed-use development on Riverneck Road and a new fire station at Kate’s Corner.

Chelmsford Planning Board Weighs Strategic Growth Amid Financial Strains

Overview: In a meeting driven by pressing financial realities, the Chelmsford Planning Board addressed the town’s strategic growth, focusing on managing its economic challenges while planning for sustainable development. With the backdrop of increasing budgetary pressures, the discussion underscored the need for a careful balance between growth and community resources.

Chelmsford Planning Board Approves Task Force for Growth Strategy Amid Concerns Over Traffic and Housing

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting on September 10 witnessed the formation of a task force to manage local growth, approved unanimously, along with discussions on housing production and traffic implications of proposed developments. The meeting addressed issues, including affordable housing strategies, modifications to ongoing projects, and the impact of increased traffic on local infrastructure.