Planning Board

The Planning Board is responsible for guiding development of land and growth within the Town of Shrewsbury. In accordance with the Zoning Bylaws, Subdivision Regulations, and professional guidance of various town departments.
The Planning Board meets on the first Thursday of every month to review and approve commercial and residential developments; additional meetings scheduled as needed.


Town Center Zoning District Public Hearing – August 6, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Important Notice: Pursuant to Governor Baker’s March 12, 2020 Order Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law, G.L. c. 20A, S18, and the Governor’s March 15, 2020 Order imposing strict limitations on the number of people that may gather in one place, the June 4, 2020 meeting of the Shrewsbury Planning Board will be conducted via remote participation to the greatest extent possible. 

Written and e-mailed comments are strongly encouraged and must be received by noon on August 6, 2020. Emails may be sent to elarson@shrewsburyma.gov or mailed to the Planning Board at 100 Maple Ave. However, if you wish to call in to participate in the public comment portion of this public hearing, dial 1-208-718-2594 and enter the following PIN: [202 900 496‬#]. PLEASE MUTE YOUR DEVICE until the Chair of the Board opens the meeting to public comment.

Members of the public who wish to listen or watch the meeting may do so by visiting the Shrewsbury Media Connection Website

Agendas & Minutes


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


  • Steven Boulay, Chair
    Term Expires June 30, 2022
  • Stephan M. Rodolakis, Vice Chair
    Term Expires June 30, 2025
  • Joseph Thomas, Clerk
    Term Expires June 30, 2023

  • Melvin P. Gordon
    Term Expires June 30, 2021
  • Timothy M. Jarry
    Term Expires June 30, 2024
  • Purna Rao, Associate Member
    Term Expires June 30, 2021

About the Board



The Planning Board meets with prospective developers and works with developers on projects under construction to effect their completion. Under the auspices of the Board, subdivision, condominiums, and commercial projects, in the process of construction, are inspected for conformity to approved plans.

The Planning Board is required to make recommendations on all zoning amendments and has the authority to initiate zoning changes. If you have questions or would like additional information, please feel free to contact the Town Planner in the Planning and Economic Development Department.

The Planning Board consists of 5 members appointed by the Town Manager.

Related Documents

  1. 2020 PB Meeting and Deadline Dates
  2. Zoning Bylaws Oct. 21, 2019
  3. Zoning Map May 23, 2018
  4. Shrewsbury Housing Production Plan 2019
  5. Active Residential Development Updated January 17, 2019
  6. 2020 Vacant or Developable Commercial and Industrial Land
  7. 2020 For Sale or Lease Commercial and Industrial Building Space
  8. 2-7-20 Request for Zoning Articles Letter

Planning Reports

  1. Town Center Visioning Report May 28, 2019
  2. Appendices Town Center Visioning Report May 28, 2019
  3. Shrewsbury 2018 Town Center Parking Report
  4. Shrewsbury 2016 Master Plan

Petition for Zoning Bylaw or Map Changes

  1. Petition for Zoning Amendment (PDF)
  2. Zoning Bylaw Change Flow Chart (PDF)
  3. Zoning Map Change Flow Chart (PDF)
  4. Warrant Article Petition Form (PDF)

2020 Annual Town Meeting Articles

  1. Article 31 - TC Zoning District Definitions and Use Table
  2. Article 32 - TC Zoning District Site Plan
  3. Article 33 - TC Zoning District New Sub-section "U"
  4. Article 34 - Zoning Map TC Boundary Line
  5. Article 35 - Marijuana Cultivator Zoning District
  6. Article 36 - Change Portion of Commercial Business to Limited Industrial Zoning District

Annual Town Report 

Town Reports are archived on our website.  Please follow the link below for the most current Town Report, or for the full archive.
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