Planning Board

Meetings

• 7 pm
• City Hall, 3rd Floor
  140 Main Street
  Marlborough

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes.

Members

• Sean N Fay, Chair
  Term expires: February 5, 2029
• George LaVenture, Clerk
  Term expires: February 1, 2027
• Barbara L. Fenby
  Term expires: February 5, 2029
• James Fortin
  Term expires: February 1, 2027
• Patrick Hughes
  Term expires: February 1, 2028
• Christopher Russ
  Term expires: February 5, 2029

What We Do

In the City of Marlborough, the Planning Board is primarily concerned with any subdivision of land. It is the Planning Board's responsibility to ensure that every subdivision of land either meets or exceeds the requirements of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 41, Section 81 Subdivision Rules and Regulations. The Board is also the special permit granting authority for any "Scenic Road" and "Open Space" subdivision granted under the authority of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Marlborough (Chapter 650). Additionally, the Board reviews any requests for relief or variance from the City's sign ordinance.

Organization

The Planning Board of the City of Marlborough is a seven-member Board comprised of individuals appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. The current members of the Planning Board have a variety of professional backgrounds and areas of expertise. They are assisted by professional staff members from the Department of Public Works Engineering Division, the City's Legal Department and the Inspectional Services Department.