The MBTA Communities Act requires that Westford create a zoning district where multi-family housing is allowed as-of-right. "As-of-right" means development of a particular use may proceed under a zoning bylaw without the need for a special permit, variance, zoning amendment, waiver, or other discretionary zoning approval.

The Land Use Management Department and MBTA Communities Multi-Family Housing Advisory Committee (MCMAC) are looking for your input! Please participate by taking the survey at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5MKMJS2 The survey will remain open until October 1, 2023. The survey contains 10 questions and will take only a few minutes to complete.

Please see https://www.mass.gov/info-details/multi-family-zoning-requirement-for-mbta-communities for more information.

If you have questions about the MBTA Communities Law, please contact the Land Use Management Department at planningboardstaff@westfordma.gov.