Chelmsford Select Board Approves New Liquor Licenses Amid Development Debates

Overview: In a recent session, Chelmsford Select Board approved new all alcoholic beverages licenses for both a boutique liquor store and a Korean barbecue restaurant, signaling growth in the town’s business landscape. Additionally, the meeting delved into the potential modifications of a development agreement that could impact the town’s compliance with state regulations, amidst a backdrop of discussions on the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, town meeting articles, and updates on various town projects and budgets.

Chelmsford Select Board Weighs In on Riverneck Road Development Proposal

Overview: In a recent Select Board meeting, the most newsworthy topic centered on the proposed development project on Riverneck Road. This project sparked debate and public interest due to its inclusion of both ownership and rental units, the latter of which would have a percentage designated as affordable housing. The proposal outlined six single-family homes and 17 rental units, with two units marked as affordable in perpetuity. Various aspects of the project, from the number of bedrooms to the impact on local services, were scrutinized.

Chelmsford Board Addresses Accessory Dwelling Unit Legislation Concerns

Overview: In a special meeting, the Chelmsford Select Board convened to address the implications of proposed legislation on accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The primary concerns centered around the potential impacts on local infrastructure, the preservation of local control, and the adverse effects on neighborhood character and property values. The discussion led to the finalization of a letter to a legislative subcommittee, expressing the Board’s apprehensions and suggestions regarding the proposed housing bills.

Chelmsford Select Board Approves Cobblestone Place Project Amid Concerns

Overview: In a recent Chelmsford Select Board meeting, a proposed chapter 40B affordable housing project called Cobblestone Place off Maros Avenue was a focal point of discussion. The project, presented by Attorney Melissa Robbins on behalf of Cobblestone 5 LLC, with project engineers Katie Enright and Casey Ferrera, and applicant Larry Gagnan, consists of five units, one of which is designated at 50% of the area median income, with the rest at market rate. The Select Board and residents raised concerns over the project’s density, accessibility, environmental impact, and neighborhood compatibility.

Chelmsford Select Board Addresses Housing Concerns and Historic Preservation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Chelmsford Select Board engaged in discussions on a variety of topics, most notably the potential impact of the proposed state housing Bond bill on the town’s infrastructure and the preservation of historical properties amid development pressures. The meeting also yielded decisions on various civic matters including the approval of a payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) agreement for a local affordable housing development and the endorsement of bid awards for seasonal Department of Public Works projects.