16 August, 2013
Vacancies exist on both the Zoning Advisory Committee and the Design Review Board. Descriptions of responsibilities and qualifications are listed below.
Zoning Advisory Commitee
The Planning Board is seeking residents interested in serving on the Zoning Advisory Committee.
The Board is looking for residents who will be energized and committed to addressing various zoning
related topics in depth, and committed to attending regular evening
meetings generally from September through February. The Planning Board is looking forward to
appointing a vital, creative and energetic Committee. The Work Program for the Committee will
be developed following a Public Forum in the fall of 2013. Terms are for one year, and no prior
experience is necessary. Appointments will be made on September 9, 2013.
Design Review Board
There is a vacancy on the Design Review Board for an alternate member, for a one year term
expiring July 31, 2014. The Board has five regular members and two alternate members.
The Design Review Board is appointed annually by the Planning Board and reviews nonresidential Site Plans and permanent signs. The Board’s purpose is described in Zoning Bylaw Article XXI. Generally, its purpose is to provide a detailed review of uses and structures having
substantial impact on the Town, enhance the natural and aesthetic qualities of the Town, preserve the value of land and buildings, and to protect and preserve the historic and cultural aspects and heritage of the Town. The Board reviews the proposals with the applicant and makes recommendations to the Planning Board (Site Plans), the Building Inspector (signs) and the applicant.
Those interested in either of the vacancies should call, email or send a letter of interest to
Elaine Lazarus, Director of Land Use, Planning and Permitting at 508-497-9755,
elainel@hopkintonma.gov, 18 Main St., Hopkinton, MA 01748.
For more information, please call Elaine Lazarus at 508-497-9755.
To apply online here.
