Planning Department

Overview

The Planning Department consists of a five-member appointed board and a Planning Director. Its goal is to balance social, environmental and economic interests to ensure an orderly and sustainable future for the Town.

The Planning Board is responsible for:

Reviewing Development Plans - Applicants provide these plans to the Board for land development. This includes residential, commercial, or other types of uses. State laws and local rules set the steps for reviewing and deciding on these plans.

Guiding the Process of Making Zoning Amendments - Local ordinances may not always fit Randolph's growth vision. Amending zoning ordinances is a detailed process. It ensures the public can share their input. The Town Council votes on final approval.

Establishing a Master Plan - The Board creates and updates the town's Master or Comprehensive Plan. A Master Plan helps design zoning amendments. It also identifies open space priorities, supports economic development goals, addresses housing and transportation issues, and unifies all aspects of town government under one coordinated plan.

Regulating the subdivision of land - The Board handles requests to split land into two or more lots. They ensure compliance with the Subdivision Control Law (Mass. General Law) and the Subdivision Rules and Regulations of Randolph.

Meetings

• Typically the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. See the posted meeting schedule.
• Meetings may be attended in person or via Zoom until further notice

Link to join the meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81987961210

Please email the Planning office or call them at 781-961-0936 with any questions regarding video connections, hearings and meeting schedules.

Agendas & Minutes

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

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

View Historical Agendas and Minutes

Members

Staff Contacts

• Michelle Tyler, Director
• Jen Austrino, Clerk