Planning Board - September 3, 2026

The Planning Board meeting held on September 3, 2026, focused on several procurement and development-related matters in Burlington. Key discussions included approval of a special permit for a Chick-fil-A drive-thru, a minor engineering change for Tesla to install eight public DC fast charging stations at Wegman's, and a minor engineering change for Edens at 43 Middle Sex Turnpike involving sidewalk improvements, wayfinding signage, and parking updates. The board also approved a special permit for Aquat Swim School to construct an indoor swimming pool and discussed site plan approvals for a 188-unit multifamily residential development at 129 and 131 Middle Sex Turnpike. Motions to approve these permits and site plans were passed unanimously. Additionally, the board addressed parking and pedestrian safety concerns related to the swim school and surrounding developments, with conditions to work with traffic officers and property owners on feasible solutions. The meeting included updates on a $1 million MassDOT microtransit grant for a free on-demand shuttle service and ongoing planning for future development in Northwest Park. Overall, the meeting involved multiple contract and site plan approvals, infrastructure improvements, and coordination with developers and town staff to support community growth and transportation enhancements.