At the April 8, 2011 meeting, the Wayland Planning Board voted to create a Design Working Group. Interested candidates should submit their statement of interest and summary of qualifications to the Town Planner by May 31, 2011. Town Planner can be reached at 508-358-3615 or email ssarkisian@wayland.ma.us. Members will be assembled on or about June 21, 2011.

 

 

The DWG is charged with creating and implementing Design Guidelines that will offer detailed guidance to developers and land owners as to the types of design, materials and general aesthetics that will enhance the value of the land, buildings and cultural heritage of the economic centers in the Town’s Business Districts.

 

 

The Design Review Board shall be comprised of five (5) members assembled by the Planning Board for 6 months. Preference shall be given to residents who demonstrate expertise in design and historic preservation (including but not limited to architecture, landscape architecture and graphic design) and at least one member should be a representative of the Wayland business community.  

 

Within one (1) year from its creation and prior to adoption by the Board, the Design Working Group shall draft and publish comprehensive Design Guidelines. The Design Guidelines shall be reviewed through at least two community forums before initial publication.

 

Wayland’s Design Guidelines once adopted, will provide design guidance at the planning application stage in order to asses, promote and achieve appropriate development design. To protect and enhance the character and quality of Wayland, detailed information about design guidance, as well as examples of desired aesthetics for retail, commercial and mixed-use properties, will assist property owners, developers and town boards in making informed decisions as project proponents seek to permit commercial projects in Town.