Meeting - March 26, 2026

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

This agenda outlines upcoming discussions and decisions for the Lawrence Zoning Board of Appeals.

Key Agenda Items

  • Public Hearing: A public hearing will be held on Thursday, March 26th, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in the Lawrence Municipal Conference Room (255 Essex Street).
  • Continued Items: Discussions will continue on properties at 50-52 Bodwell St (Jose Estrella) and 367-371 Lowell St (Edwin Abreu).
  • New Cases:
    • 414-422 Essex Street (Godfaithful Investment LLC/Emilio King): Request for variances to construct four apartments above an existing commercial building in a B-3 Main Business zoning district.
    • 9 Osgood Street (Osgood Street Partners LLC): Request for a variance to redevelop the property into a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with two high-rise buildings, including commercial spaces and 360 residential units, in an I-2 General Industrial Zoning District.

Important Details

  • Location: Lawrence Municipal Conference Room, 255 Essex Street, Lawrence, MA.
  • Public Participation: The public hearing at 6:00 P.M. on March 26th, 2026, offers an opportunity for public input.
  • Financial/Budget Items: No specific budget or financial items are detailed in this portion of the agenda.
  • Ordinance Numbers: Variances are requested under sections 29-16, 29-18, and 29-23(i) for the Essex Street property, and 29-23(z) for the Osgood Street property.
  • Deadlines/Implementation Dates: No specific deadlines or implementation dates are mentioned in this agenda excerpt.