Join the ZBA

August 2026The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) has an open position for an associate member.

The ZBA is responsible for hearing and acting upon matters arising under Foxborough’s Zoning Bylaw and Sign Bylaw. This includes applications for variances from the provisions of the Zoning Bylaw; special permits and findings under the Zoning Bylaw; appeals from zoning and sign decisions of Foxborough’s Building Commissioner/ Zoning Officer; and special sign permits and integrated sign permits under the Sign Bylaw.  The Board also is responsible for considering and deciding applications for Comprehensive Permits to construct low- and moderate-income housing under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 40B.  All such matters are considered and determined by the Board in public hearings. 

The Board is comprised of three members and two associate members, each of whom is appointed by the Select Board.  The associate members each serve a one-year term.  Associate members participate in the Board’s public hearings, but cannot vote on the matter being considered unless appointed by the Board’s chairman if one of the Board’s  members is absent, must recuse himself/herself from consideration of a matter, or otherwise is unable to participate.

Assuming the receipt of applications requiring Board determination, Board meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at Foxborough Town Hall beginning at 7:00 p.m.   Meetings also are conducted “virtually” by Zoom, thereby permitting Board members and associate members who are unable to attend a meeting in person, the applicant and members of the public to participate remotely.