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About the Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) hears and decides zoning-related matters and provides a formal process for petitions and appeals under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 40A.
Board Overview
The Zoning Board of Appeals is a quasi-judicial administrative board that hears and decides zoning-related matters pursuant to MGL c. 40A.
The Zoning Ordinances of the Town of Bridgewater promote the health, safety, convenience, and general welfare of residents and regulate the use, construction, repair, alteration, and height of buildings and structures, as well as the use of premises throughout the Town.
Meetings
7 p.m.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month
66 Central Square
Municipal Office Building
Bridgewater, MA 02324
Applicants and representatives are responsible for sharing all materials during Zoom meetings.
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available before meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Agendas & MinutesZoning Board of Appeals Members
Chairman • Term Ends 2026
Term Ends 2027
Term Ends 2028
Alternate Member • Term Ends 2028
Interested in Serving?
The Zoning Board of Appeals currently has a vacancy. Residents interested in serving may submit a Boards, Committees & Commissions application for consideration.
Apply to ServeFiling a Petition for a Hearing
First, a petitioner must receive a denial of a building permit application from the Building Department or a zoning determination signed by the Building Inspector. A petitioner may then file for relief from strict adherence to the applicable section or sections of the Bridgewater Zoning Ordinance.
Completed petitions, together with the required filing fees and legal notice fee made payable to the Enterprise, should be filed no later than three (3) weeks before the hearing date.
Applications
Bridgewater uses an online permitting system for applications reviewed by the Planning & Zoning Board. All new applicants must first register. For assistance, contact the CED Department at 508-697-0950.
Register Submit a New Application Zoning OrdinanceForms
Per MGL c. 40A, all abutters within a 300' radius must be notified of the public hearing. A certified abutters list application shall be filed directly with the Tax Assessor's Office with the required filing fee. Please allow 7–10 business days for processing. The abutters' list must be forwarded to the Zoning offices, and postage due must be calculated. A check made out to the Town of Bridgewater in the correct amount, as shown in the fee schedule on the last page of the Petition for Hearing Application, must be submitted.