What is the role of the Planning Board regarding applications for development under M.G.L. Ch. 40B?

Although the Planning Board is not the permit granting authority for non-residential development or for comprehensive permit applications filed under M.G.L. Ch. 40B, the Planning Board has actively participated in the public review process for all developments proposed or permitted in the past several years. The Board reviewed and submitted comments to the Zoning Board of Appeals on Comprehensive Permits filed under M.G.L. Ch. 40B, including Metuxet Woods, off Ferry Street; Beacon Properties, on Ocean Street; and Webster Point, off Careswell Street.