Planning Board: June 24, 2026

The Chelmsford Planning Board convened on June 24, 2026, to discuss various zoning and land use matters, including administrative reviews of lot subdivisions and zoning designations for specific parcels. Key procurement-related discussions involved zoning changes affecting residential and industrial properties, with particular attention to preserving property rights and balancing development with community concerns. The board considered zoning classifications such as RB, RC, IA, and CB light for multiple parcels, debating their implications for housing density, commercial use, and industrial activities. Public input was solicited regarding these zoning proposals, with residents expressing concerns about property values, development potential, and neighborhood character. Additionally, the board reviewed proposals related to affordable housing projects, including a $460,000 funding request for a wall associated with a housing development for disabled adults, which was approved by the Community Preservation Committee and recommended for town meeting consideration. Discussions also covered emerging regulatory considerations for data centers, including defining use categories and setting power consumption limits, with plans to present these definitions and regulations at upcoming town meetings. The board scheduled future meetings for July and August to continue deliberations and public hearings on these topics.