Zoning Board of Appeals 08/31/2026

The City of Worcester Zoning Board of Appeals held a hybrid meeting on August 31, 2026, addressing several zoning petitions involving property use and development. Key procurement-related discussions included requests for variances, special permits, and extensions of previously granted variances for residential and commercial properties. Notably, the board considered a petition for dividing a lot at 57 Perry Avenue to construct a new three-family dwelling with shared parking, which was continued to September 28 for further architectural and drainage details. Another significant item was a request for relief from parking requirements at 18 Crystal Street to reconfigure an existing building into 12 apartments; this was also continued to September 28 to address neighborhood parking concerns and potential reconfiguration. The board approved a special permit for 88 Providence Street to allow beer and wine sales in an existing convenience store, subject to conditions and waivers. Additionally, six-month extensions were granted for zoning approvals at 3 Wildey Avenue and 18-20 Crompton Street. Motions to continue, approve, and extend were unanimously passed, with conditions focusing on architectural details, stormwater management, and parking management plans. The meeting also included public comments primarily concerning parking and neighborhood impacts.