Zoning Board of Appeals - August 19th, 2026 | Westford, MA

The Westford Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on August 19, 2026, addressing several residential property modification requests and a special permit application for an automotive repair business at 31 North Street. The board approved special permits for residential additions and porches at 6 Robert Road and Beach Road, with conditions related to setbacks and removal of an existing shed. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the automotive repair business, which operates without a current special permit. The board discussed concerns about the number of vehicles parked on-site, business hours, noise, and neighborhood impact. They agreed to limit customer parking to 12 cars, restrict business hours to 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays, prohibit parking on unpaved areas except for a snow plow truck, and require removal of an unused vehicle lift within 60 days. The board also planned a six-month administrative review to monitor compliance and neighborhood impact. A draft decision will be prepared and reviewed at the next meeting for final approval.