Planning Board - 06/17/2026

The Town of Bridgewater Planning Board held a meeting on June 17, 2026, primarily focused on zoning amendments and subdivision approvals. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval and continuation of subdivision plans, such as the four-lot subdivision at 548 Cell Street and two ANR plans for 292 Bedford Street and 476 Cherry Street. The board also discussed amendments to the Central Business District (CBD) zoning regulations, including building size limits, commercial ground floor requirements, and the site plan review process. A significant policy change proposed was shifting final site plan approval authority from the Community and Economic Development (CED) department back to the Planning Board to streamline and expedite permitting. The board considered extending the review period from 30 to 45 days to accommodate meeting schedules. Public comments supported the return of authority to the Planning Board and recommended including water impact studies as a required checklist item for projects. Additionally, the board addressed street acceptance for subdivisions and minor modification requests. The meeting concluded with plans to finalize and vote on the zoning amendments in a follow-up session.