What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planning Board Member (3673) position at City of Lowell?
Job Details
3673
Board & Commission Opportunities
Open
January 8, 2024
Open Until Filled
City of Lowell
Post Date: January 8, 2024
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Planning Board Member
1 Vacancy
Position Title: Planning Board Member (1000-J#1021, 3673)
Duration of Term: Five years
Meetings: The Planning Board meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (except during December, July, August and Monday holidays)
SUMMARY
The Lowell Planning Board is seven (7) member volunteer board that reviews, endorses and implements the Comprehensive Master Plan of the City. The Planning Board administers and enforces the provisions and requirements of the Subdivision Control Law (M.G.L. chapter 41, Sections 81K - 81GG), provides site plan review to development projects as outlined in the zoning ordinance and Special Permit review to projects for which the zoning ordinance has defined the Board as the Special Permit granting authority.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Attends monthly meetings of the Planning Board
Attends special meetings as needed
Provides feedback on development projects seeking Site Plan Review and Special Permit approval
Provides recommendations to the City Council regarding proposed zoning amendments and changes to the City’s zoning map.
APPLICANTS
Interested individuals should send a resume and cover letter to Mary Callery, Human Relations Director, Lowell City Hall - Room 19, 375 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA 01852. Application material may also be submitted via e-mail to boards@lowellma.gov or by fax to 978-446-7102.
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