Lowell Zoning Board of Appeals - May 11, 2026

The Lowell Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on May 11, 2026, addressing several zoning petitions involving special permits and variances for property developments. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a special permit for Mary Health and Spa to operate a massage and nail care business at 26 Market Street, with a condition to revise the floor plan to indicate the nail care area. The board also considered variance requests for residential construction projects at 7 Circle Road and 17 Supernaw Street, focusing on relief from floor area ratio (FAR) limits and lot size requirements. Both variance petitions were approved with conditions, including tree planting guidelines for the 17 Supernaw Street project. Public concerns about neighborhood impact, infrastructure, and zoning compliance were addressed, but the board emphasized adherence to zoning criteria and the benefits of new developments to the community and tax base. The meeting concluded with approval of prior meeting minutes and adjournment.