Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Apr 22, 2026

The City of Gardner Massachusetts Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on April 22, 2026, primarily addressing zoning applications and special permits. Key procurement-related discussions included a special permit application by Walnut Heritage Trust to convert part of an existing building into residential units with associated parking improvements, including the use of pervious materials and stormwater management. The board approved this permit with a condition requiring submission of a water management plan prior to construction. Another significant agenda item was a proposal by SBA Communications for a 130-foot monopine cell tower at the Walmart site to improve wireless coverage, including collocation opportunities for major carriers. The board discussed technical and safety aspects such as fall zones and camouflage, and agreed to a site visit before making a decision. Additionally, a variance was approved for a residential lot with insufficient frontage, facilitating new housing development. The meeting included motions to approve minutes and procedural matters but no direct contract awards or budget allocations were reported.