Planning Board
About
Established under Massachusetts General Laws (Chapter 41, Section 81A), the mission of the Planning Board is to ensure the Town of Hamilton remains a vibrant, welcoming, and well-planned community.
Roles & Responsibilities
The Planning Board Members responsibilities are to prepare and implement the Comprehensive/Master Plan (MGL c 41 §81D), to make recommendations on Zoning Bylaw changes, to review and act on Preliminary & Definitive Subdivision Applications and Plans (MGL c. 41, § 81K-81GG), to review and endorse Approval Not Required (ANR) Plans, review certain Special Permit Applications and review & act on Site Plan Reviews Applications.
Helpful Links & Documents
Planning Board Meeting Packets
Draft Town Center and MBTA Communities compliant Zoning Code
Accessory Dwelling Units Information
Stormwater Management Regulations
FEMA Flood Maps: Important Information regarding the changes to the maps as of July 8, 2025
Related Links
Forms
| Document Name | Modified Date |
|---|---|
| Stormwater Management Regulations as of September 10, 2024 | October 16, 2024 |
| Rules & Regulations Governing Special Permits - Town of Hamilton | December 20, 2017 |
| Roberts-Rules-of-Order-Guidelines for Board Members as to how to make motions, conduct a meeting, etc. | May 7, 2024 |
| More Information for Board Members-Robert's Rules of Order | May 7, 2024 |
| SITE PLAN REVIEW TRAINING FROM CTPC | February 9, 2024 |
| The ANR Handbook | July 17, 2017 |
| PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE SUBDIVISION CONTROL LAW | February 9, 2024 |
| Roles & responsibilities of Planning & Zoning Boards -Part I | July 17, 2017 |
| Roles & Responsibilities of Planning & Zoning Boards Part II | July 17, 2017 |
| NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES AND USES - DHCD | December 20, 2017 |
| DECISION MAKING REQUIREMENTS OF THE ZONING ACT - DHCD | July 17, 2017 |
| ADOPTING AND AMENDING ZONING BYLAWS - Dept of Housing & Com. Dev. | July 17, 2017 |
| MUNICIPAL PLANNING & SUBDIVISION LEGISLATION - DHCD | February 9, 2024 |
| Town Street Map | December 13, 2022 |
Members
| Name | Term |
|---|---|
| Marnie Crouch Chair | 4/2026 |
| Emil Dahlquist Clerk | 4/2025 |
| William Wheaton Board Member | 4/2025 |
| Beth Herr Board Member | 4/2025 |
| Patrick Norton Board Member | 4/2026 |
| Jonathan Poore Board Member | 4/2027 |
| Darcy Dale Board Member | 4/2027 |
| Matthew Hamel Associate Board Member | 6/30/2026 |
| Jeff Austin Associate Board Member | 6/30/2027 |
Staff
| Name | Contact |
|---|---|
| Mark Connors Director of Planning & Inspectional Services | 978-626-5251 [email protected] |
| Mary-Ellen L. Feener Administrative Assistant | 978-626-5250 [email protected] |
