The Planning Board is responsible for administering the Subdivision Control Law, drafting zoning bylaw revisions, undertaking planning studies within the town, and revising and updating the town's comprehensive master plan. The Planning Board also makes recommendations to the Winchester Zoning Board of Appeals on petitions before the Zoning Board of Appeals for consideration of zoning relief.
The Board reports annually to the town, giving information regarding the condition of the town and any plans or proposals known to it.
Elected
Number of members
5
Number of Alternates
0
Term length
3.00yrs
Term expiration
03/27
Legal Basis
Charter Art. 3 Sec. 3(8)