By Heather Plunkett, Methuen Resident & current Board Member. Overview of the Community Development Board directly from the official City of Methuen Website: The Community Development Board's primary jurisdiction is defined in M.G.L. Ch 40A and 41. Generally, Chapter 40A relates to zoning and Chapter 41 relates to the subdivision of land. Under the city's local zoning ordinances, the Community Development Board is responsible for all projects requiring site plan approval. Th