Chelmsford Zoning Board Addresses 43 Bartlet Street Variance

Overview: The Chelmsford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting addressed issues, with the most notable being the continuation of a public hearing for a variance request on Bartlet Street. The matter was deferred to the May meeting, now scheduled for May 16th, due to a calendar conflict with the town meeting. The Board also introduced a new associate alternate member, Danny Ruez, and discussed the scheduling of an executive session requested by Paul Havy for a specific address.

Chelmsford Board Grapples with MBTA Zoning Compliance and Developer Agreement

Overview: The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting centered on the issue of MBTA zoning compliance, with attention given to the potential need to amend the current development agreement. Members engaged in a debate regarding the state’s concerns over density, affordability, and age restrictions in the development. These concerns could necessitate substantial modifications to the developer’s plans, with implications for costs and timelines.

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 Committee Tackles Zoning, Budgets, and Police Updates

Overview: In a recent Chelmsford Finance Committee meeting, members engaged in a discussion around proposed zoning changes to meet state housing development requirements, reviewed various budgetary allocations for the upcoming fiscal year, and received updates from the Chelmsford Police Department. The meeting was marked by a careful examination of the implications of a state law mandating communities to rezone areas to facilitate housing development, as well as considerations of public safety, community preservation, and fiscal responsibility.

Chelmsford Planning Board Weighs Zoning Changes Amidst Traffic Concerns

Overview: The recent Chelmsford Planning Board meeting was dominated by complex discussions surrounding the town’s zoning regulations and development agreements. The board grappled with potential amendments to ensure compliance with state requirements, while also addressing the community’s concerns over traffic and safety. Particularly contentious was the debate over modifying the development agreement for the MBTA zoning overlay, which had members divided on the timing and sequence of actions needed to resolve conflicts with affordability requirements and private property rights.