Planning Board

Meetings

• First and third Tuesdays (typically reduced frequency during summer months)  Meeting Calendar
• 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers (Room 207)
• Planning Board Meeting & Hearing Guidelines for public input

Agendas, Minutes & Video

Official meeting agendas are posted at least 2 business days prior, although public hearing notices are posted at least 2 weeks in advance. To receive instant email or text notifications of these postings, enroll in the City's Notify Me program. Planning Board meetings are typically broadcast live on community access TV Channel 15 and live-streamed, with video recordings posted online when available.

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Members

Overview

The Planning Board is a seven-member citizen board (eligibility is subject to certain ward limitations) charged with preparing and adopting comprehensive plans for the City regarding such elements as land use, natural and cultural resources, and socioeconomic concerns. It also serves as the custodian of the Zoning Ordinance, though not as its enforcement authority. On a more routine basis, the Board administers the City's Subdivision Regulations and hears zoning applications for commercial, residential, industrial and municipal projects requiring special permits and site plan approvals. The Board is also designated to concurrently review and administer permits under the Stormwater Management Ordinance. Therefore, most major public and private developments proposed in Westfield must first receive the approval of the Board.

Applications & Procedures

While Planning Board Rules govern the Board's procedures and operation, the Planning Department accepts applications and correspondence on its behalf. Public input is always welcome on any application, in person or in writing, prior to the close of the public hearing. File an application or View all pending applications.