Braintree Planning Board Meeting LIVE @ 7pm

The Braintree Planning Board held a meeting on August 18, 2026, focusing on several key planning and zoning matters. The board approved a minor modification to a grading permit for 375-379 Granite Street, which included adjustments to foundation locations, installation of a retaining wall, and a landscaping plan involving 32 new trees. A zoning map amendment was recommended to rezone a 2.45-acre property on Washington Street from Residence B to General Business District, aiming to unify the parcel for commercial development and improve tax base and traffic circulation. Additionally, the board reviewed a $40 million redevelopment project at 2 Adams Place by Asbury Automotive Group, involving demolition of an office building and construction of a large automotive dealership, with approvals from zoning and peer reviews on traffic and stormwater. Several other agenda items, including grading permits and planning files, were continued to the September 10, 2026 meeting. Motions to approve minutes and appoint a new planning board clerk were also passed during the session.