Gardner Planning Board Meeting Aug 11, 2026

The City of Gardner Planning Board held a meeting on August 11, 2026, primarily to consider a public hearing regarding a request to amend a special permit for a marijuana facility at 400 Lachance Street to include on-site retail sales. The applicant presented plans to add a retail point-of-sale within the existing production facility, emphasizing the benefits of direct farm-to-consumer sales and on-site pickup to complement delivery services. The board discussed parking, security, accessibility, and compliance with local zoning and cannabis control commission regulations. After reviewing special permit conditions and confirming ADA compliance requirements, the board unanimously approved the amendment to allow on-site retail operations. No other procurement or budget matters were addressed during the meeting.