News:
Open Space and Recreation Plan Survey
The Conservation Commission is in the process of adopting revised local regulations. Public comments and feedback are encouraged. A legal notice announcing the date and time of the public meeting during which the revised regulations will be formally adopted shall be published in the Chelmsford Independant. Download the draft local regulations being edited and reviewed by the Commission HERE.
General Information:
The Chelmsford Conservation Commission promotes the protection and management of the Town's diverse natural resources. The Commission is the permitting authority specifically charged with conservation and protection of wetland resource areas. The Commission also provides educational resources for residents to be actively involved in the use and enjoyment of Chelmsford's open spaces.
The Commission administers the Wetlands Protection Act [MGL 131, §40] and the Chelmsford Wetland Bylaw [Chapter 187] and engages in planning, acquisition and management of open space and conservation reservations, encouraging and monitoring Conservation Restrictions, and coordinating with other town officials and boards on conservation issues.
Meetings & Office Hours:
The Conservation Commission typically meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. All meetings are open to the public and posted by the Office of the Town Clerk. Site walks are scheduled as needed. Please call the office for details.
Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. The Conservation Agent conducts site visits during the day and it is advised to contact the office for availability.
If a public hearing is scheduled, an official notice will appear in a paper of local circulation (Chelmsford Independent or Lowell Sun) and will be posted in the Town Offices.