Zoning Board of Appeals: October 1, 2026

The Chelmsford Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on October 1, 2026, handled several land-use hearings; no procurement, contracting, or spending activity was identified. The board unanimously approved a special permit for 16 Hitchin Post Road to allow a dwelling addition with an approximately three-foot front-setback reduction. It continued the 301 Boston Road sign variance request to November 5 because the public notice did not accurately describe the requested relief and the board requested a surveyed plan documenting the sign locations and setbacks. The applicant was advised to coordinate with the Building Department on a corrected notice and submit the survey.

The board also continued the 1 Brush Hill Road addition hearing to November 5 so the applicants could discuss redesign options with the neighbor and provide plans clarifying the proposed living space. The comprehensive permit request for 243 River Neck Road under MGL Chapter 40B was continued without discussion to November 5. The board approved the June 4 and August 6 meeting minutes and welcomed a new associate member.