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- Suffolk County
- 7/8/25
- 07/08/2025
- 210 Minutes
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Overview: The Chelsea Zoning Board meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding a proposed residential development by Chelsea Hospitality LLC for a new 34-unit building, which invoked significant opposition from local residents concerned about its impact on the neighborhood. The project, which seeks several variances, including those for height and parking, was a focal point of the meeting as residents voiced their concerns about the implications for their community’s quality of life and infrastructure.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 7/1/25
- 07/01/2025
- 130 Minutes
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Overview: The Chelsea Zoning Board meeting became a platform for discussion as residents voiced their concerns over a proposed fish processing facility by Boston Provisions LLC on Justin Drive. The meeting, which was led by Janice Tatara, featured a presentation from the petitioners and drew significant public commentary, focusing on the potential environmental, health, and quality-of-life impacts on the community. The proposal’s requirement for special permits, particularly for fish processing in a residential district, has fueled fears of increased odors, noise, and traffic, igniting widespread opposition among local residents.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 4/8/25
- 04/08/2025
- 58 Minutes
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Overview: The Chelsea Zoning Board of Appeals, led by Janice Tatara, convened to deliberate on several development proposals, focusing on the balance between residential expansion and parking adequacy. Among the decisions, the board approved special permits for developments on Palmer Street and considered significant proposals on Marlboro and Marginal Streets, addressing community concerns about parking and urban green space.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 3/25/25
- 03/25/2025
- 145 Minutes
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Overview: The Chelsea Zoning Board recently approved a renovation project for a property at 82 to 84 Marlboro Street, transforming a two-family house into a four-story, four-unit building. This decision came amidst discussions on parking shortages, drainage issues, and the architectural fit within the neighborhood. In addition to this key project, the board also tackled challenges related to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the city’s master planning efforts.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 3/11/25
- 03/11/2025
- 66 Minutes
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Overview: The Chelsea Zoning Board meeting addressed community concerns surrounding proposed developments on Grand View Road, which include the construction of a two-family dwelling. Residents expressed worries about the impact of these projects on parking, drainage, and the overall neighborhood environment. Additionally, the board reviewed a separate case involving modifications to properties on Broadway Street, ultimately approving a minor modification to a longstanding restriction.
