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Land Use Committee — Agenda, Mar 19, 2026

Land Use Committee meeting, Mar 19, 2026·2 pages·📄 Original PDF (city portal)
City of Somerville, Massachusetts Land Use Committee Regular Meeting Agenda Virtual 6:30 PM Thursday, March 19, 2026 Joint meeting with the Planning Board https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9Dsy3e4bS0eGl78UotqR0Q (Posted online: 3/1/26 at 7:10 AM) Original (Posted online: 3/12/26 at 7:00 AM) Revised Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of a City Council Committee will be conducted via remote participation. We will post an audio recording, audio-video recording, transcript, or other comprehensive record of these proceedings as soon as possible after the meeting on the City of Somerville website and local cable access government channels. Copy & paste the following link into your internet browser to view this meeting live: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9Dsy3e4bS0eGl78UotqR0Q Individuals with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e. CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures, in order to access the programs and activities of the City of Somerville or to attend meetings, should contact Adrienne Pomeroy in advance, at [phone removed] x2059 or ada@somervillema.gov. Roll Call 1. Public Hearings 1.1. Mayor's Request (ID # 26-0204) Referred for Recommendation: Requesting ordainment of an amendment to Section 8.1 of the Zoning Ordinance to provide for larger buildings, additional dimensional flexibility, and fewer use restrictions for affordable housing projects. 1.2. Zoning Ordinance (ID # 26-0234) Referred for Recommendation: By Councilor Strezo, Councilor Mbah, Councilor Davis and Councilor Sait Amending Sections 2.1.1 and 3.1.12 of the Zoning Ordinances regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. Page 1 of 2
Land Use Committee Regular Meeting Agenda March 19, 2026 2. Order (ID # 26-0068) Sent for Discussion: By Councilor Wheeler, Councilor Mbah and Councilor Sait That this Council work with the Administration to clarify understanding of the rules for accessory dwelling units or affordable dwelling units as detailed within. Page 2 of 2