Framingham public meetings in 2022
49 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning and Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss Order 2022-107, which concerns a petition for a zoning map change for the Nobscot Village District. The item is being referred to both the Planning Board and the subcommittee, with discussion on process and a public hearing date. The subcommittee will also follow up on an affordable housing article.
- Order 2022-107: Zoning Map Change for Nobscot Village District
- Referral of Nobscot Village petition to Planning Board and subcommittee
- Discussion on public hearing date for Nobscot Village zoning change
- Follow-up discussion on affordable housing article
Planning & Zoning
The Planning and Zoning Subcommittee will vote on recommending to the City Council an increase in affordable and workforce housing percentages, and an amendment to zoning setbacks. They will also discuss a recommendation to suspend the prohibition on certain flags for advertising for two years. The meeting is remote and open to public participation.
- Motion to increase affordable housing to 15 percent
- Amendment to zoning setbacks chart
- Order 2022-103: suspend flag prohibition for advertising for two years
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to discuss proposed amendments to zoning ordinances related to affordable housing and workforce housing, as well as a zoning setback amendment recommended by the Director of CED. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from June 6 and June 15, 2022, and public participation.
- Proposed amendments to zoning ordinances for affordable housing and workforce housing
- Amendment to zoning setbacks as recommended by the Director of CED
- Approval of minutes from June 6 and June 15, 2022
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss Saxonville zoning and consider a referral to review possible expansion of the Marijuana Retail Establishment Overlay District. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public participation, but no final decisions are listed.
- Discussion and vote to create a subcommittee working group for Saxonville zoning
- Review of Order 2022-002-001 regarding possible expansion of the Marijuana Retail Establishment Overlay District
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will discuss three zoning items: a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority for mixed-use projects over 100,000 sq ft, a possible overlay district or rezoning for a hospital/medical area on Lincoln Street and Union Ave., and potential reduction or prohibition of use variances. No votes are scheduled; all items are discussions.
- Order 2020-036-002: Draft zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for mixed-use projects over 100,000 sf
- Order 2021-064: Discussion on creating a hospital/medical overlay district on Lincoln Street and Union Ave. or rezoning the area
- Order 2021-061: Discussion on reducing or prohibiting use variances
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss several zoning items. New business includes a discussion on allowing expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022, per Chapter 20 of Acts of 2021. Continued business covers possible revisions to the CMU District to allow assisted living, prohibiting use variances except in Manufacturing Zones, reducing the CB District along Concord Street, and rezoning Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue for a Hospital/Medical District.
- Discussion of Order 2021-089: local zoning changes for expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022
- Review of Order 2021-072: possible revisions to CMU District to allow assisted living
- Consideration of Order 2021-061: prohibiting use variances except in Manufacturing Zones
- Review of Order 2021-065: reducing CB District to less than 300 feet into abutting streets along Concord Street
- Continued discussion of Order 2021-064: rezoning Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue for Hospital/Medical District
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue discussions on several zoning matters. They will review possible revisions to the CMU District to allow assisted living, consider prohibiting use variances except in Manufacturing Zones, discuss reducing the CB District along Concord Street, and continue talks on creating a Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln and Union Streets. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from June 7 and June 14, 2021.
- Order 2021-072: Consider allowing assisted living in CMU District (currently prohibited)
- Order 2021-061: Consider prohibiting use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones
- Order 2021-065: Consider reducing CB District to less than 300 feet into abutting streets along Concord Street to limit multifamily
- Order 2021-064: Continue discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue for a Hospital/Medical District
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue discussions on several zoning orders. They will review possible revisions to the CMU District to allow assisted living, discuss reducing or prohibiting use variances, consider changes to multifamily zoning in the CB District, and explore creating an overlay district or rezoning for the Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln Street and Union Ave. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 17 and June 7, 2021, and a public works update.
- Order 2021-072: Possible revisions to CMU District to allow assisted living
- Order 2021-061: Discussion on reducing or prohibiting use variances
- Order 2021-065: Possible changes to multifamily zoning in CB District
- Order 2021-064: Overlay district or rezoning for Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln Street and Union Ave.
- Public Works update on projects by City Engineer Eric Johnson
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will meet remotely on June 7, 2021, to discuss several zoning matters. They will consider allowing assisted living in the CMU District, review possible reductions to use variances, and discuss changes to multifamily zoning in the CB District. The agenda also includes discussion of creating an overlay district or rezoning for the Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln Street and Union Ave.
- Order 2021-072: Review possible revisions to CMU District to allow assisted living
- Order 2021-061: Discuss possible reduction or prohibition of use variances
- Order 2021-065: Discuss changes to multifamily zoning in CB District
- Order 2021-064: Discuss overlay district or rezoning on Lincoln Street and Union Ave.
- Approval of minutes from May 17, 2021
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will discuss several zoning-related items, including housekeeping corrections to zoning ordinances, possible restrictions on use variances, changes to multifamily zoning in the CB district, and creating an overlay district or rezoning for the Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln Street and Union Ave. They will also continue reviewing a draft zoning amendment to add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority for multifamily residential uses.
- Order 2021-060: Housekeeping changes to correct 'by-laws' to 'ordinances' in 3 places in zoning ordinances
- Order 2021-061: Discussion on reducing or prohibiting use variances
- Order 2021-065: Review of CB district to reduce allowed multifamily zoning
- Order 2021-064: Discussion on creating overlay district or rezoning for Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln Street and Union Ave.
- Continued review of draft zoning amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for multifamily residential
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue its review of a draft amendment that would designate the City Council as the Special Permit Granting Authority for certain uses, including mixed-use, assisted living, and hotels. The subcommittee will also consider approval of minutes from prior meetings. The agenda includes continued discussion of the zoning amendment, with no final vote scheduled.
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority for uses including mixed-use, assisted living, hotels, and breweries
- Review of proposed zoning changes under Economic Development Study/Plan Phase II
- Approval of minutes from January 25, February 8, and February 22, 2021 meetings
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue reviewing a proposed Stormwater Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002) and a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and continued discussion on these items. The attached draft language details extensive new stormwater management and land disturbance regulations.
- Continued review of proposed Stormwater Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002)
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
- Proposed new definitions for Best Management Practice (BMP), Low Impact Development (LID), and related terms
- Detailed LDSM (Land Disturbance and Stormwater Management) documentation requirements for applicants
- Approval of minutes from November 30, 2020, December 16, 2020, and January 11, 2021
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussion on two items: a proposed Stormwater Management and Erosion Control Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002) and a draft amendment to add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority. The stormwater ordinance, revised to remove a stormwater enterprise authorization, is required to meet EPA MS4 permit deadlines. The subcommittee will also approve minutes from November 30, 2020.
- Continued review of proposed Stormwater Management and Erosion Control Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002)
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
- Stormwater ordinance revised to remove stormwater enterprise authorization
- EPA MS4 permit requires ordinance by June 30, 2021
- Approval of minutes from November 30, 2020
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to review a proposed Stormwater Ordinance referred by the City Council and to continue discussing a draft amendment that would make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and member reports.
- Review of proposed Stormwater Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002)
- Continued discussion on draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Chapter 40A, Section 5)
- Approval of minutes from October 21, October 26, and November 2, 2020 meetings
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will meet remotely on November 2, 2020, to continue discussions on several zoning items. Key topics include a proposed Historic Reuse Bylaw amendment that would strengthen the Historical Commission's review powers, implementation of a temporary moratorium on multi-family dwellings, possible zoning revisions for artisan baking and light manufacturing downtown, and a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.
- Historic Reuse Bylaw amendment to increase Historical Commission authority and limit additions to 75% of existing footprint
- Discussion on implementing temporary moratorium on multi-family dwelling construction
- Review of downtown zoning restrictions for artisan baking and light manufacturing (Order 2020-072)
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
- Approval of minutes from October 14, 21, and 26, 2020 meetings
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue discussions on three items: possible zoning revisions for downtown Framingham regarding artisan baking and light manufacturing, implementation of a temporary moratorium on multi-family dwellings, and a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 5, 2020, and member reports.
- Continued discussion on Order 2020-072: review of zoning restrictions for artisan baking and light manufacturing in downtown Framingham
- Continued discussion on implementation of Temporary Moratorium on construction of multi-family dwellings
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5) affecting all districts
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to review and discuss several zoning matters. They will consider referring the Historic Reuse Bylaw to the full Council, continue discussions on a temporary moratorium on multi-family construction, possible zoning revisions for downtown artisan baking and light manufacturing, and a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority.
- Order 2020-034-003: Refer Historic Reuse Bylaw to subcommittee for review
- Discussion on implementation of temporary moratorium on multi-family dwellings
- Order 2020-072: Review zoning restrictions for artisan baking and light manufacturing in downtown Framingham
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue discussion on a draft amendment that would add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority, affecting all districts. They will also discuss use variances. The agenda includes approval of minutes from April 27 and May 11, 2020, and member reports.
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
- Amendments to Section VI.E (Special Permits) and Section II.B (Table of Uses) in all districts
- Discussion on use variances
- Approval of minutes from April 27 and May 11, 2020
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will discuss a draft amendment to the zoning ordinance that would designate the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority (SPGA) for certain uses. The amendment would modify sections of the ordinance governing special permits and the table of uses. The subcommittee will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings.
- Draft amendment to add City Council as SPGA under MGL Chapter 40A Section 5
- Amends Section VI.E (Special Permits) and Section II.B (Table of Uses)
- Proposed new section VI.E.2.ii.c) detailing City Council SPGA process
- Approval of minutes from April 6 and April 13, 2020 meetings
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will review a draft amendment to the Framingham Zoning Bylaw that would impose a temporary moratorium on all new construction of multi-family dwellings in the city. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February 24, 2020, and member reports.
- Draft amendment to add new Section I.F to Zoning Bylaw for temporary moratorium on multi-family construction
- Approval of minutes from February 24, 2020
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will review a draft amendment to the Framingham Zoning Bylaws. The proposed change would increase the number of full members on the Zoning Board of Appeals from three to five.
- Draft amendment to Section VI, D.1 of the Zoning Bylaws regarding Zoning Board of Appeals membership
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will meet to discuss a referral from the City Council regarding the Central Business District Sidewalk Usage Ordinance. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from the August 28, 2019, meeting.
- Review of Central Business District Sidewalk Usage Ordinance
- Approval of August 28, 2019, meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning
This is a procedural organizational meeting of the Planning & Zoning subcommittee. The agenda includes electing officers, discussing meeting dates and member schedules, and adjourning. No substantive zoning or planning decisions are scheduled.
- Election of officers
- Discussion on meeting dates and member schedules
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to review proposed amendments to the zoning and general bylaws regarding accessory dwelling units. The meeting agenda also includes the approval of minutes from July 9, 2019. Residents can access background material on the city website.
- Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw Relative to Accessory Dwelling Units
- Proposed Amendment to General Bylaws Relative to Accessory Dwelling Units
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue its discussion of B4 Village Zoning. The agenda includes approval of minutes from several prior meetings and a continued review of the zoning topic, with no votes or final decisions listed.
- Continued discussion of B4 Village Zoning
- Approval of minutes from March 25, April 2, April 10, April 30, and June 4, 2019
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw regarding Village B-4 zoning. The agenda includes a discussion/review of the amendment, next steps, and approval of minutes from three prior meetings. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Proposed amendment to Zoning Bylaw - Village B-4 Zoning
- Approval of minutes from March 25, 2019; April 2, 2019; and April 10, 2019
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussion and review of a proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing, which was referred by the City Council. The meeting is scheduled for April 2, 2019, in the Blumer Community Room at the Memorial Building.
- Continued discussion and review of a proposed amendment to the Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing, referred from the City Council
Planning & Zoning
This meeting of the Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is solely to approve outstanding meeting minutes from previous sessions. No substantive policy decisions, rezonings, or other business items are on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes tabled from Nov. 26, 2018; Dec. 10, 2018; Dec. 18, 2018; and Jan. 8, 2019
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will hold a continued discussion regarding proposed amendments to the city's Zoning Bylaw concerning Active Adult Housing. The subcommittee will also review and vote on the approval of meeting minutes from November and December 2018.
- Proposed amendments to Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 26, 2018, December 10, 2018, and December 18, 2018
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss proposed amendments to the city's zoning bylaws regarding Active Adult Housing. The subcommittee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from November 14, 2018, and November 26, 2018.
- Discussion of Planning Board's proposed amendments to Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 14, 2018
- Approval of meeting minutes from November 26, 2018
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue its review of proposed amendments to the city's zoning bylaws. The discussion will cover active adult housing, corporate mixed use districts, and potential changes to the zoning map.
- Active Adult Housing zoning amendments
- Corporate Mixed Use 1 zoning amendments
- Corporate Mixed Use 2 zoning amendments
- Proposed changes to the Zoning Map
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning and Zoning Subcommittee will discuss and possibly vote on suspending or deleting a prohibition on balloons, inflatable devices, and advertising flags to aid small business recovery, along with other sign ordinance changes. They will also continue discussion on proposed zoning amendments for affordable and workforce housing, including rear setback changes.
- Consider suspending for 2 years or permanently deleting prohibition on balloons, inflatable devices, or flags used for advertising (Article VII, Section 1.6.3)
- Continued discussion of zoning amendments for affordable housing and workforce housing (Order 2022-084-001)
- Amendment and insertion of rear zoning setbacks in dimensional regulation chart
- Review of public hearing notice and comments from MetroWest Chamber of Commerce
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will meet remotely to discuss zoning changes and critical planning areas with the Director of Community and Economic Development. The agenda includes approval of minutes from April 20, 2022, and public participation. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
- Discussion with Sarkis Sarkisian, Director of CED, on zoning changes and critical planning areas
- Approval of minutes from April 20, 2022
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will continue discussions on two zoning orders: one to create a Hospital/Medical District by rezoning all of Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue, and another to prohibit use variances except in manufacturing zones. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 3, 2021, and member reports.
- Order 2021-064: continued discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue for a Hospital/Medical District
- Order 2021-061: tabled consideration to prohibit use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones
- Approval of minutes from November 3, 2021
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussions on several zoning items. They will vote on final revisions to new outdoor seating regulations for restaurants, continue discussing a proposed Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln and Union Streets, and consider prohibiting use variances in most districts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous sessions.
- Vote on final revisions to New Section II.G. Outdoor Seating Regulations for Restaurants (Order 2021-089)
- Discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue to create a Hospital/Medical Zone (Order 2021-064)
- Consideration of prohibiting use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones (Order 2021-061)
- Approval of minutes from September 13 and October 6, 2021 meetings
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussions on three items: local zoning changes to allow expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022, a proposed Hospital/Medical Zone on Lincoln and Union streets, and a proposal to prohibit use variances except in manufacturing zones. These are continued discussions, not final votes.
- Order 2021-089: Discussion on Chapter 20 of Acts of 2021 and recommended zoning changes for expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022
- Order 2021-064: Continued discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and a portion of Union Avenue to create a Hospital/Medical Zone
- Order 2021-061: Consideration of prohibiting use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones (tabled)
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue discussions on three items: draft regulations for expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022, a proposed Hospital/Medical District zoning change for Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue, and a proposal to prohibit use variances except in Manufacturing Zones. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings.
- Order 2021-089: Discussion of Chapter 20 of Acts of 2021 and local zoning changes for expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022
- Order 2021-064: Continued discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and a portion of Union Avenue to create a Hospital/Medical Zone
- Order 2021-061: Consideration of prohibiting use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones (tabled)
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will hold a remote meeting to continue discussions on three items: local zoning changes to allow expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022, a proposed Hospital/Medical District on Lincoln and Union Streets, and a proposal to prohibit use variances except in Manufacturing Zones. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.
- Order 2021-089: Discussion on Chapter 20 of Acts of 2021 and recommended local zoning changes for expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022
- Order 2021-064: Continued discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and a portion of Union Avenue to create a Hospital/Medical District
- Order 2021-061: Consideration of prohibiting use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones (tabled)
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is holding a remote meeting on August 9, 2021, to continue discussions on four zoning-related orders. These include potential local zoning changes to allow expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022, prohibiting use variances except in manufacturing zones, reducing the CB District along Concord Street to limit multifamily housing, and creating a Hospital/Medical Zone on Lincoln Street and part of Union Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from July 14 and July 26, 2021.
- Order 2021-089: Discussion on Chapter 20 of Acts of 2021 and local zoning changes for expanded restaurant table service after April 1, 2022
- Order 2021-061: Consideration of prohibiting use variances in all districts except Manufacturing Zones (tabled)
- Order 2021-065: Review of reducing CB District zoning map to less than 300 feet into abutting neighborhood streets along Concord Street to reduce multifamily allowance
- Order 2021-064: Continued discussion on rezoning Lincoln Street and a portion of Union Avenue to create a Hospital/Medical Zone
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning Board is reviewing a proposed Stormwater Ordinance and discussing a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority. The meeting includes continued discussion of these items and approval of prior minutes.
- Review of proposed Stormwater Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002)
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority
- Discussion of zoning changes from Economic Development Study/Plan Phase II
- Approval of minutes from January 11 and February 8, 2021
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue two items: revising the proposed Stormwater Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002) and a draft amendment to make the City Council a Special Permit Granting Authority. The agenda includes approval of January 11, 2021 minutes and member reports. The stormwater discussion focuses on zoning revisions to the Land Disturbance and Stormwater Management (LDSM) Ordinance, with detailed proposed language for the Fall Special Town Meeting.
- Continued discussion on Stormwater Ordinance revisions to LDSM Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002)
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
- Proposed LDSM language includes new submittal requirements: Development Impact Report, Site Plan, Long-Term Plan
- Stormwater compliance deadline of June 30, 2021 noted; revised ordinance must be completed by March 1
- Approval of minutes from January 11, 2021 meeting
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to continue two items: a proposed Stormwater Management and Erosion Control Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002) and a draft zoning amendment to add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority. The stormwater ordinance aims to comply with federal MS4 permit requirements, and the subcommittee will review revisions and discuss enforcement roles. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 30 and December 16, 2020.
- Continued review of proposed Stormwater Management and Erosion Control Ordinance (Order 2020-018-002) to meet MS4 federal mandate deadline of June 30, 2021
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority, amending Section VI.E. Special Permits and Section II.B. Table of Uses
- Discussion of stormwater permit fees and potential enterprise fund for stormwater management
- Request for redline version of ordinance to clarify changes from existing Land Disturbance Permit bylaw
- Approval of minutes from November 30 and December 16, 2020 meetings
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham City Council Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting remotely to discuss several ongoing zoning matters, including a historic reuse bylaw, a temporary moratorium on multi-family dwellings, and possible zoning revisions for downtown artisan baking and light manufacturing. They will also continue discussing a draft amendment to make the City Council a special permit granting authority. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous sessions.
- Order 2020-034-003: Historic Reuse Bylaw review
- Discussion on implementation of temporary moratorium on multi-family construction
- Order 2020-072: Review of zoning restrictions for artisan baking and light manufacturing downtown
- Draft amendment to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority (MGL Ch. 40A, Sec. 5)
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will hold a remote meeting to continue discussing a draft zoning amendment that would add the City Council as a Special Permit Granting Authority. The discussion includes which specific uses to include initially, implementation and staff review costs, and outstanding issues. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from June 22, 2020, and member reports.
- Draft amendment to MGL Chapter 40A, Section 5 to add City Council as Special Permit Granting Authority
- Amendments to Section VI.E (Special Permits) and Section II.B (Table of Uses) in all districts
- Discussion with working group members Brian Sullivan, Elizabeth Roy, Sue Bernstein
- Review of specific uses to include initially and implementation costs
- Approval of minutes from June 22, 2020 (tentative)
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is reviewing a proposed amendment to the zoning bylaw to create a new Nobscot Village (B-4) District. The amendment includes definitions, design standards, and parking/transportation requirements aimed at encouraging mixed-use redevelopment in the Nobscot area. This is a discussion/review item, not a final decision.
- Proposed new B-4 zoning district for Nobscot Village
- Mixed-use buildings must have 35-65% nonresidential ground floor space
- Off-street parking minimum of 1.75 spaces per residential unit
- Transportation impact fees up to 1.5% of construction value
- Design standards require 10-foot sidewalks, street trees, and underground utilities
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue its discussion and review of a proposed amendment to the city's Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing. This item was referred to the subcommittee by the City Council for further consideration.
- Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a proposed amendment to the city's zoning bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing. The subcommittee will also review and approve meeting minutes from January 23, 2019.
- Proposed Amendment to Zoning Bylaw regarding Active Adult Housing
- Approval of minutes from January 23, 2019
Planning & Zoning
The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee is meeting to continue discussions regarding proposed amendments to the Zoning Bylaw concerning Active Adult Housing. The committee will also review and potentially approve minutes from meetings held on November 26, 2018, and December 10, 2018.
- Proposed Amendments to Zoning Bylaw - Active Adult Housing
- Approval of minutes from November 26, 2018
- Approval of minutes from December 10, 2018
Planning & Zoning
The Framingham Planning & Zoning Subcommittee will discuss two items: a referral (Order 2022-074) to consider solar or other green energy requirements for multifamily and mixed-use zoning projects, and a discussion on Hospital Medical District zoning to expand medical services. The meeting is remote via Zoom, with minutes from 6/6/22 pending approval.
- Order 2022-074: discussion on solar/green energy requirements for multifamily and mixed-use zoning
- Discussion on Hospital Medical District zoning to increase medical services
- Approval of minutes from June 6, 2022