The Planning Board plans for the development and preservation of Richmond's physical resources through the creation of the Town's Zoning By-Law and by administering the subdivision of land.
Key responsibilities include:
- Review and act on Approval Not Required (ANR) subdivision plans;
- Review and act on plans for subdivisions;
- Review and act on site plan reviews;
- Act as a Special Permit Granting Authority; and
- Review and preparation of amendments to the Town's Zoning By-Law
Second Monday of the month at 6:30 PM
Richmond Town Hall
| Planning Board Members | 5-year Term Ends: |
| Douglas Bruce, Chairperson | 2026 |
| Richard Bell | 2024 |
| John Hanson | 2025 |
| Katherine Keenum | 2027 |
| Peter Lopez | 2026 |
Mail: Planning Board, 1751 State Road, Richmond, MA 01254
Email: planning_board@richmondma.org
Go to DOCUMENT CENTER for Planning Board Fees, Subdivision Rules and Regulations, and Forms. Hard copies are also available at Town Hall.
Go to BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS for Zoning Bylaws, Zoning Map, Official Town Map of Richmond Roads.
Go to RICHMOND MA GIS to view geographic mapping information for land/property in Richmond, MA.
Go to AGENDAS and MINUTES for Planning Board meeting information.