When and where is the public hearing for the Holland zoning bylaw revisions?

The hearing is June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the 1st Floor Community Room, Holland Town Hall, 27 Sturbridge Rd.

How can I participate if I cannot attend in person?

Remote participation information will be posted on the meeting agenda at www.town.holland.ma.us before the meeting.

Public Hearing — 27 Sturbridge Rd, Holland, MA

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The Holland Planning Board will hold a public hearing on June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to consider citizen petitions to revise the town zoning bylaws, including defining 'Educational Institution' and prohibiting campgrounds and permanent overnight stays.

Key Takeaways

Hearing: June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., Holland Town Hall
Proposed: define Educational Institution in zoning bylaws
Proposed: ban campgrounds and permanent overnight stays
Remote participation details on town website agenda

Published: May 17, 2026 · 4 days ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Holland
Address: 27 Sturbridge Rd, Holland, MA

What to do next

1
Attend the public hearing
Show up June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the 1st Floor Community Room, Holland Town Hall, 27 Sturbridge Rd to speak or listen.
2
Review the meeting agenda
Check www.town.holland.ma.us for the posted agenda before the meeting for remote participation details and supporting documents.
3
Submit comments or questions
Contact the Holland Planning Board via the town website or attend the hearing to submit your comments on the proposed bylaws.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the public hearing for the Holland zoning bylaw revisions?: The hearing is June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the 1st Floor Community Room, Holland Town Hall, 27 Sturbridge Rd.
What changes are being proposed to the Holland Zoning Bylaws?: Proposals include defining 'Educational Institution' and prohibiting campgrounds and permanent overnight stays.
How can I participate if I cannot attend in person?: Remote participation information will be posted on the meeting agenda at www.town.holland.ma.us before the meeting.

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Legal terms in this notice

M.G.L. Ch. 40A, §5: Massachusetts zoning law provision requiring public hearings for proposed zoning bylaw changes.
Citizen's Petition: A proposal submitted by residents to place an article before the planning board or town meeting for action.
Zoning Bylaws: Local rules that regulate how land and structures can be used within the town.

Full Notice Text

Town of Holland
Holland Planning Board Public Hearing on
Revisions to the Holland Zoning Bylaws
Pursuant to M.G.L. Ch. 40A, §5, the Holland Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Holland Town Hall,  27 Sturbridge Rd. 1st Floor Community Room Holland, MA on petitioned revisions to the Holland Zoning Bylaws.
Citizen's Petitions:
To amend the TOWN OF HOLLAND ZONING BY-LAWS, ARTICLE II, S240-2.0, DEFINITIONS AND WORD USAGE to define an Educational Institution consistent with M.G.L., Ch. 69 §30A., STANDARDS FOR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS; or act on anything relating thereto.
To amend the TOWN OF HOLLAND ZONING BY-LAWS, ARTICLE IV, USE REGULATIONS S240.-4.0 PERMITTED USES and TABLE 1 HOLLAND SCHEDULE OF PRINCIPAL USES, To prohibit campgrounds in Town of Holland, MA, as defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary as a place, area or land used for a camp or camping, often featuring space for yurts, tents, cabins, and/or recreational vehicles primarily used by travelers or vacationers for temporary or long-term overnight accommodations.
Permanent overnight stays are strictly prohibited.
Any person interested or wishing to be heard on this should attend the meeting at the designated date & time.  Information on remote participation will be available on the agenda to be posted on the Holland website (www.town.holland.ma.us) prior to the meeting.
May 17, 24 2026
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