City of Gardner Planning Commission Meeting 07/27/2026

The City of Gardner Planning Commission held a meeting on July 27, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and approving final development plans and plats for residential and educational projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a final development plan for an 18-acre duplex community comprising 118 units, with conditions related to architectural enhancements and landscaping. The commission also approved revised final development plans for New Life Christian Academy, including deviations to allow chain link fencing in commercial zones for playground safety, accompanied by landscaping requirements to screen the fencing. Motions to approve these plans passed unanimously. Additionally, the commission discussed upcoming large mixed-use development applications and leadership changes within the commission. No direct contract awards or budget allocations were reported during this meeting.