Planning Board: July 22, 2026

The Chelmsford Planning Board meeting on July 22, 2026, focused primarily on zoning updates and upcoming public hearings related to various local development projects, including 210 Boston Road and Riverneck Road. The board discussed continuances for certain cases, reviewed draft zoning articles for the fall town meeting, and considered rezoning proposals to address neighborhood concerns and mitigate industrial impacts. There was also discussion about regulating data centers and the implications of recent state housing legislation affecting local zoning authority. The board reviewed ongoing efforts with NEMCOG for technical assistance on zoning audits and anticipated further zoning amendments for spring town meeting. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but the meeting included planning and policy discussions that could influence future development and infrastructure projects.