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Planning Board

Meetings of the Planning Board are open to the public. MeetingWatch transcribes and analyzes every session.

8 meetings tracked 61% responsive ↘ Latest Jun 15 History since Mar 2026
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Last meetings at a glance.
Jun 15 · Routine › Jun 1 · Routine › May 18 · Routine › May 4 · Spirited › Apr 23 · Spirited ›
Community responsiveness
61% ↘ declining
9 addressed · 10 partial · 4 unaddressed
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Monday, June 15, 2026
The meeting featured routine approvals and one 4-1 vote driven by a single member's stated reservations on lot sizes, with supportive public input and no broader conflict.
1 public comment 5 decisions 1 not addressed awaiting minutes Routine
Site plan for Definitive Subdivision Plan, 202 Barker Ave
Monday, June 1, 2026
Boston Gas Company Infrastructure — Installation of a natural gas regulator station and associated infrastructure.
5 decisions awaiting minutes Routine Safety Change
Aerial site plan with proposed buildings and NEP lot labeled
Monday, May 18, 2026
Urban Redevelopment and Rezoning — Conversion of commercial garages to residential units and retail expansions affect local density and land use.
7 decisions awaiting minutes Routine Zoning Change
Monday, May 4, 2026
The meeting was marked by intense public testimony regarding flooding and safety risks, resulting in a split vote on a major subdivision.
6 public comments 6 decisions awaiting minutes Spirited Zoning Change
Thursday, April 23, 2026
The meeting was marked by significant public opposition and emotional testimony regarding environmental safety and the perceived circumvention of city law.
14 public comments 4 decisions 3 not addressed awaiting minutes Spirited Zoning Change
Monday, April 6, 2026
Regional Housing Plan and Zoning Code Updates — Broad impact on housing availability, density, and regional development patterns through proactive zoning changes.
1 public comment 4 decisions awaiting minutes Routine Zoning Change
Monday, March 16, 2026
NEMCOG Regional Housing Plan — Broad implications for local zoning laws and regional fair housing compliance.
1 public comment 3 decisions awaiting minutes Routine Zoning Change
Monday, March 2, 2026
The meeting featured intense public testimony regarding environmental health and industrial oversight, particularly concerning data centers.
5 decisions awaiting minutes Spirited Zoning Change

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