RecommendedNoyes Street and Cypress Street restricted access ordinanceCity Council that the ordinance as written not be supported, passed unanimously. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Adopted Site Plan Regulation changes on parking and driveways; approved the Hoit Road lot line adjustment and a Sanders Street driveway permit; postponed several projects.
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Micro-data center site plan at 52 Locke RoadDetermined the micro-data center site plan application at 52 Locke Road complete and set a public hearing for October 21, 2026, 7-0-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Mail and drop-off center at 7 Rectory RoadDetermined the St. Paul's School mail and drop-off center application at 7 Rectory Road complete and set a public hearing for October 21, 2026, 7-0-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedP1 pylon sign at 30 Manchester StreetThe zoning-compliant P1 pylon sign at 30 Manchester Street, with conditions; all other signs return October 21, 2026, 7-0-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedSite Plan Regulation amendments on parking, driveways, loading, and lightingAdopted Site Plan Regulation amendments to Sections 18, 19, 20, and 29, effective when City Council adopts related zoning changes, 7-0-0. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedDriveway on unaddressed Sanders Street parcelGranted a conditional use permit for a driveway about 65 feet west of the Sanders and Merrimack Streets intersection, with conditions, 7-0-0. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedLot line adjustment at 109 Hoit RoadGranted minor subdivision approval for a lot line adjustment between 109 Hoit Road and an unaddressed Hoit Road parcel, with conditions, 7-0-0. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedDesign review for the sign items 5A through 5G as submitted, subject to Architectural Design Review Committee recommendations, 7-0-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedRevised building wall and projecting signs at 25 South Main Street, with a suggestion to enlarge the building wall sign, 7-0-0. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Directed staff to tell Hopkinton that Concord had no particular objections or comments on the 8-lot subdivision at 167 Branch Londonderry Turnpike. p. 13page 13 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Voted not to recommend Noyes and Cypress streets school drop-off ordinance as written; referred it to City Solicitor for review.
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ApprovedFlashing pedestrian light at Rumford and Centre StreetPassed unanimously a motion to acknowledge concerns and not install a flashing pedestrian light at Rumford and Centre Street until a crosswalk policy and funding source are set. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Crosswalk signage at South Street and Wilson AveDemers agreed to upgrade the faded crosswalk signage at the South Street crosswalk at Wilson Ave. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Crosswalk on Abbott Road at Loon AveAgreed a crosswalk on Abbott Road at Loon Ave could be considered in the future with the annual paving program. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
ReferredNoyes and Cypress streets school drop-off restriction ordinanceVoted unanimously not to recommend the ordinance as written and referred it to the City Solicitor for review of its language, with a request to consider whether an ordinance is the right mechanism. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPedestrians crossing Centre Street to reach school use the Centre/N Spring intersection, where a crossing guard is present during walk to school hours. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedPassed unanimously a motion to keep concurrent pedestrian phasing at Centre Street and Green Street and to recommend a Leading Pedestrian Interval once the new controller is installed. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended Planning Board approval of 52 Locke Rd and 270 Loudon Rd projects; continued 7 Rectory Rd to November 10th.
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ApprovedMemorial bench at Winant Park from Jennifer GoodmanAcceptance of funding and installation of a memorial bench at Winant Park, funded by Jennifer Goodman. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedMembers for Planning Board Advisory master plan workNominating Member Lesser as regular member and Alternate Member Currie as alternate member for the Planning Board Advisory master plan work. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPlanning Board CUP (2026-092) for 270 Loudon RdThe Planning Board approve the site plan application at 270 Loudon Rd as submitted. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedVehicle sales use at 261 Sheep Davis RoadA variance allowing the sale or rental of motor vehicles at 261 Sheep Davis Road, with conditions limiting storage to six vehicles and barring public sales. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedRooftop mechanical screening at 279 Pleasant StA variance allowing no screening of rooftop mechanical equipment at 279 Pleasant St, conditioned on any applicable permits. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Staff report on automated collection pilotConsensus that staff should give a report reviewing the pilot, perhaps in a December timeframe. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended approval of 52 Locke Road micro data center and 7 Rectory Road mail center; continued 270 Loudon Road multifamily building.
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RecommendedMicro data center at 52 Locke RoadPlanning Board approval of the micro data center at 52 Locke Road with conditions on generator and fence color; passed, with Member Thorpe abstaining.
RecommendedMail and drop off center at 7 Rectory RoadPlanning Board approval of the revised St. Paul's School mail and drop off center at 7 Rectory Road, unanimously. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPlanning Board approval of two signs at 89 North State Street, with a condition to relocate the building wall sign to the business entrance, unanimously. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ContinuedThe 270 Loudon Road multifamily building to the November 18, 2026 Planning Board meeting, with revisions to return to the November 3 committee meeting, unanimously. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Agreed to send demolition delay ordinance amendments to City Council; named Althea Barton to the Master Plan advisory committee.
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Demolition delay ordinance amendmentsAgreed by consensus to move forward with the demolition delay ordinance amendments and bring them to City Council. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedNominating Althea Barton as the regular member to the Planning Board's Master Plan Advisory Committee; the motion passed unanimously. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedNominating Member Durgy Brooks as alternate to the Planning Board's Master Plan Advisory Committee; the motion passed unanimously. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
RecommendedSection VIII Historic Resources of the Master Plan 2030Removing Section VIII Historic Resources of the Master Plan 2030 from the agenda for future meetings. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved FY2026 MS-9 and MS-10 reports, including $2,995,000 Highway Reserve transfer for CIP projects.
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ApprovedFY2026 MS-9 and MS-10 reports and fund transfersThe FY2026 MS-9 and MS-10 reports, including the trust fund and capital reserve transfers. The minutes give no vote count. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Agreed to a five-year limit for filing ethics complaints and forwarded confidentiality of complaints to Council.
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Five-year limit for filing ethics complaintsAgreed to a five-year limit for filing ethics complaints, with an alternative allowing complaints during a term of office and for one year after it ends. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved a request for proposals to hire a private firm to recruit the next City Manager.
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ApprovedRequest for proposals for executive recruitment servicesThe final draft request for proposals for executive recruitment services, as amended. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedIssuing the request for proposals for a recruitment firmAgreed by consensus to issue the request for proposals as soon as possible. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedNominations to Planning Board's Master Plan Advisory SubcommitteeNominated Craig Tufts as representative and Ian McGregor as alternate to the Planning Board's Master Plan Advisory Subcommittee; motion passed unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended up to $200,000 for Boys & Girls Club playground and $750,000 for Families in Transition housing; approved Horseshoe Pond Place loan extension.
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Two January 2026 CDBG applications moved to July 2027 roundConsensus to proceed with two CDBG projects now and ask the other two to apply in the July 2027 round. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedHorseshoe Pond Place CDBG loan term extensionThe request to extend the CDBG loan term for Horseshoe Pond Place by 20 years, from July 28, 2032 to July 28, 2052; passed unanimously. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
RecommendedBoys & Girls Club of Central & Northern NH CDBG application, up to $200,000City Council up to $200,000 in CDBG funding for the Boys & Girls Club of Central & Northern NH; passed by unanimous voice vote. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedFamilies in Transition CDBG housing application, up to $750,000City Council up to $750,000 in CDBG funding for Families in Transition housing; passed by unanimous voice vote. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Reported C-PACER adoption recommendation and proposed transportation and recreation impact fee increases.
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Impact fee waivers and transportation and recreation fee adjustmentsAd-Hoc Impact Fee Committee reached consensus to change impact fee waivers and adjust transportation and recreation fees, and to research a fee for Police Station and middle school debt. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedSite Plan Review Regulations for parking, circulation, and loadingPlanning Board approved amendments to the Site Plan Review Regulations for parking, circulation, and loading. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedAlex Stoyle as primary and Ari Pollack as alternate representatives on the Master Plan Advisory Subcommittee, unanimously, with Pollack abstaining. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
RecommendedC-PACER program adoptionFiscal Policy Advisory Committee voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the C-PACER program. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Hoptimystic Brewery event in BowDecided the planned Hoptimystic Brewery event in Bow should be considered for another date and perhaps a location on city property. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended city-wide adoption of the C-PACER program and accepted ambulance billing reports.
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ApprovedFY 2026 ambulance billing reports, third and fourth quartersAccepted the FY 2026 third and fourth quarter ambulance billing reports; the motion passed with no dissenting votes. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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RecommendedC-PACER program, city-wide adoptionCity Council adopt the C-PACER program city-wide; the motion passed with no dissenting votes. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Continued seven applications, including 270 Loudon Road, to October 21; adopted new parking, loading, and driveway rules.
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7–0Micro-data center and office building at 52 Locke RoadDetermined the micro-data center application at 52 Locke Road complete and set a public hearing for October 21, 2026. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
7–0Mail and drop off center at 7 Rectory RoadDetermined the St. Paul's School mail center application at 7 Rectory Road complete and set a public hearing for October 21, 2026. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedPylon sign at 30 Manchester Street (The Common Man)The zoning-compliant P1 pylon sign at 30 Manchester Street with conditions, 7-0; all other signs return October 21, 2026. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved 7–0Site Plan Regulation amendments for parking, loading, driveways, and lightingAdopted amendments to Site Plan Regulations Sections 18, 19, 20, and 29, effective when City Council adopts related zoning changes. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedLot line adjustment at 109 Hoit Road and Hoit Road parcelGranted conditional minor subdivision approval for the lot line adjustment at 109 Hoit Road, 7-0, subject to conditions. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedGranted conditional use permit approval for a driveway about 65 feet from the Sanders and Merrimack Streets intersection, 7-0, with conditions. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Island at N Main Street and Horseshoe Pond LaneAgreed a short double yellow line around the N Main Street and Horseshoe Pond Lane island could help clarify traffic flow; Hill to provide a sketch. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
RecommendedConsistent school zone signage funding through upcoming CIPAppropriate funding through an upcoming CIP, with the School District, for consistent school zone signage; passed unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedNo City action at this time on the speed and pedestrian safety request for Sewalls Falls Road, citing the crossing guard; passed unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedFY2026 Arena Fund transfer to General Fund adjustmentAn adjustment to the FY2026 Arena Fund transfer to the General Fund, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedMiddle School traffic plan and neighborhood safety concernsAccepted the Transportation Policy Advisory Committee report on the Middle School traffic plan and neighborhood safety, passed with one dissenting vote. p. 18page 18 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedSeasonal no parking on Church Street, Bradley to Lyndon StreetsSeasonal no-parking restrictions on Church Street between Bradley and Lyndon Streets, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedSchool year no parking restrictions on Columbus AvenueChanges to school year no parking restrictions on Columbus Avenue, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedWarren Street parking near Concord High SchoolChanging time limits and enforcement hours for Warren Street parking spaces near Concord High School, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved$23,100 Office of Highway Safety grant for police roadway safetyAppropriating and accepting $23,100 in Office of Highway Safety grant funds for police, passed by the required two-thirds majority. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Removed the Church Street no-parking ordinance from the table and did not accept the Parking Committee report as superseded, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 13page 13 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
ApprovedPublic safety in the City's Master Plan updateThe Public Safety Advisory Board report recommending public safety be part of the Master Plan update, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 21page 21 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ReferredThe Flock camera and license plate reader protections request to the Public Safety Advisory Committee and the Parking Committee, passed with no dissenting votes. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Article 26-9, Demolition Review, for City Council consideration; approved Master Plan Subcommittee memorandum.
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ApprovedMaster Plan Subcommittee memorandumThe Master Plan Subcommittee memorandum with the noted editorial amendments, all in favor. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
RecommendedProposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Article 26-9 Demolition ReviewCity Council the proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Article. (26–9) p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved a four-unit conversion at 5 Ormond Street and a garage apartment at 6 Woodman Street; denied RV storage at 23 Lyndon Street.
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ApprovedPhysical therapy and chiropractic practice at 172 Pembroke RdGranted a variance to allow a physical therapy and chiropractic practice in the Industrial Zone at 172 Pembroke Rd, 5-0-0. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedConversion to four-family home at 5 Ormond StreetGranted variances to convert a two-family home at 5 Ormond Street to a four-family home, 5-0-0. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedFront yard setback variance at 6 Johnson AveGranted a variance to allow a 13-foot and 12-foot-7-inch front yard setback at 6 Johnson Ave, 5-0-0. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedResidential caretaker apartment at 52 Locke RdGranted a special exception for a residential caretaker apartment in the Industrial District at 52 Locke Rd, 5-0-0. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
DeniedAutomotive sales at 131 Old Turnpike RdMotion to find the automotive sales application at 131 Old Turnpike Rd substantially different failed, 2-3-0. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Automotive sales at 131 Old Turnpike RdDetermined the automotive sales application at 131 Old Turnpike Rd was not substantially different from the July 1, 2026 case, so it could not proceed, 3-2-0. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedHealthcare practitioner office at 85 S State StGranted a variance to allow a healthcare practitioner office in the Urban Transitional District at 85 S State St, 5-0-0. p. 10page 10 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedDriveway and lot coverage variances at 109 Warren StGranted variances for lot coverage and driveway standards at 109 Warren St, 5-0-0. p. 12page 12 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedGarage and apartment construction at 6 Woodman StGranted variances for construction in the flood hazard district, building setbacks, and rear yard at 6 Woodman St, 5-0-0. p. 13page 13 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
DeniedDenied, without prejudice, the variance and special exception for temporary RV storage at 23 Lyndon St because the fees were not paid, 5-0-0. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved 9–0Right of first refusal on Dewey, Eastman, and Broken Ground propertiesDirected administration to notify the City of Concord and offer its right of first refusal on properties for sale. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved 9–0Steeplegate mall TIF district discussionsRequested that a Board representative and staff be included in talks on a possible Steeplegate mall TIF district. p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedWaiver of Policy 322 for Memorial Field bleachersWaived Policy 322 for the bleacher purchase, passed unanimously by voice vote. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended Planning Board approval of nine sign applications, including 30 Manchester Street's master sign plan with conditions.
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RecommendedMaster sign plan for 30 Manchester StreetThe Planning Board approve the 30 Manchester Street master sign plan with conditions on sign backgrounds, messaging, and the Market & Deli tagline; passed unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedThe Planning Board approve the building wall sign and projecting sign at 25 South Main Street, with a suggestion to enlarge the building wall sign; passed unanimously. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedThe Planning Board approve the projecting wall sign at 15 North State Street with a condition for an opaque background; passed unanimously. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedThe Planning Board approve the three window signs at 18 North Main Street as submitted; passed unanimously.
RecommendedThe Planning Board approve the freestanding sign and building wall signs at 232 Loudon Road as submitted; passed unanimously.
RecommendedThe Planning Board approve the signs at 28 South Main Street with a condition to redesign the Inkzilla Tattoo sign and move it to the cast stone corner pier; passed unanimously. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Agreed to repeal a blanket transportation impact fee waiver and to adjust transportation and recreation impact fees.
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Automatic waiver repeal and new waiver criteriaConsensus to repeal the automatic transportation impact fee waiver for nonresidential development and to craft a new waiver provision with specific criteria. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Transportation and recreation impact fee adjustments for inflationConsensus to adjust transportation and recreation impact fees with 5% catch-up plus inflation, capped at 8% in FY2027 and FY2028, and automatic inflation increases starting in FY2029. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Impact fee study for Police Station and Middle School debt serviceConsensus to research the potential cost of an impact fee to support debt service for the new Police Station and Concord School District Middle School. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Committee recommendations to the City Council
RecommendedRepeal of blanket transportation impact fee waiverAmendments to the Impact Fee Ordinance to remove the blanket waiver and add a waiver process with specific criteria. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Updating the 2019 Draft Strategic Action PlanWill add updating the 2019 Draft Strategic Action Plan as a regular agenda item at future meetings, with a review targeted for early Spring 2027. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended City Council adopt zoning changes on parking, nonconforming structures, flood maps, street lists, and building codes.
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RecommendedArticle 28-7 parking, access, and loading amendmentsCity Council adopt zoning amendments on parking, access, and loading, and that the Planning Board adopt site plan review amendments, unanimously. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedArticle 28-8 nonconforming structures amendmentsCity Council adopt zoning amendments on nonconforming structures, unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedArticle 28-2-3(b)(1) zoning overlay district mapsCity Council adopt zoning overlay district map amendments, unanimously.
RecommendedAppendices B and C arterial and collector street listsCity Council adopt amendments updating the list of arterial and collector streets, unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedBuilding code amendments for Chapters 8, 26, and 27City Council adopt building code amendments to Chapters 8, 26, and 27, unanimously. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended adding public safety analysis to the City Master Plan; tabled a proposed extreme heat cooling center plan.
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RecommendedPublic safety analysis in City Master Plan processMaster Plan process include an analysis of growth and future public-safety needs; passed with no dissenting votes. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved a 41,000-square-foot Dartmouth Hitchcock addition at 251-253 Pleasant Street with conditions; continued the Steeplegate redevelopment to October 21.
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ApprovedGround-mounted solar array at 52-54 Portsmouth StreetAn amendment to the site plan for a ground-mounted solar array at 52-54 Portsmouth Street, 9-0-0. p. 7page 7 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedRooftop equipment height permit at 251 Pleasant StreetGranted conditional use permit for rooftop mechanical equipment above the height limit at 251 Pleasant Street, 9-0-0. p. 11page 11 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedDartmouth Hitchcock addition at 251-253 Pleasant StreetGranted architectural design review for the 41,000-square-foot addition at 251-253 Pleasant Street, 9-0-0. p. 11page 11 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedMajor site plan for 251-253 Pleasant Street additionGranted major site plan approval for the 41,000-square-foot addition at 251-253 Pleasant Street, subject to conditions, 9-0-0. p. 11page 11 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Mixed-use redevelopment on Loudon Road and Sheep Davis RoadDetermined the design review phase of the mixed-use redevelopment application is complete. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved2050 Master Plan community visioning sessionConfirmed the September 19, 2026 master plan visioning session, starting at 9 a.m., 8-1-0. p. 18page 18 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedGranted conditional use permit for a Kimball Jenkins wall sign above first-floor window sills at 264 North Main Street, 9-0-0. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended 9–0Zoning amendments on parking, loading, and driveway accessCity Council adopt zoning amendments to parking, loading, and driveway access rules. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended 9–0Zoning amendments on nonconforming structures and subdivisionsCity Council adopt zoning amendments on nonconforming structures and subdivisions. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended 9–0Zoning overlay maps updated for federal flood insurance mapsCity Council adopt updated federal flood insurance maps in the zoning overlay maps. p. 17page 17 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Endorsed master plan recommendations unanimously; approved June 17 minutes and deferred sign program discussion.
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RecommendedMaster Plan Subcommittee RecommendationsEndorsed the Master Plan Subcommittee Recommendations unanimously, for submission to the Commission. p. 1page 1 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended that Parks and Rec clarify and make transparent its park fee waiver process.
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RecommendedClearer, more accessible park fee waiver processParks and Rec clarify and make the park fee waiver process transparent and accessible. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended not discontinuing West End Farm trail near 76 Currier Road, and investigating fencing instead.
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RecommendedDiscontinuance of West End Farm trail adjacent to 76 Currier RoadNot moving forward with discontinuance of the West End Farm trail, and investigating fencing for the parking lot and/or trail; six in favor, one abstained. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended not discontinuing West End Farm trail near 76 Currier Road, and investigating fencing instead.
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RecommendedDiscontinuance of West End Farm trail adjacent to 76 Currier RoadNot moving forward with discontinuance of the West End Farm trail, and investigating fencing for the parking lot and/or trail; six in favor, one abstained. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Motion to table the social district ordinance until more information is received failed for lack of a second.
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DeniedMotion to table social district ordinanceMotion to table the social district ordinance until more information is received failed for lack of a second. p. 16page 16 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved$11,500 donation for free summer concert seriesAppropriating and accepting an $11,500 donation from the Walker Lecture series for the 2026 summer concert series. p. 18page 18 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedPayment in Lieu of Taxes agreement with Briar Hydro AssociatesAuthorizing the City Manager to enter a Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreement with Briar Hydro Associates, unanimously. p. 19page 19 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
TabledChurch Street no parking between Bradley and Rumford StreetsChurch Street no-parking restrictions between Bradley and Rumford Streets remain tabled. p. 22page 22 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedRescinding $434,334.50 in grant appropriations and acceptancesRescinding $434,334.50 in Community Development Block Grant and grant donation appropriations and acceptances.
ReferredThe Keach Park trash receptacle and restroom concerns to the DEIJB Committee and the Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved demolition of 713+/- square foot shed at 105 Garvins Falls Road; July minutes approval continued to September.
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ApprovedDemolition of 713+/- square foot shed at 105 Garvins Falls RoadDemolition of a 713+/- square foot shed at 105 Garvins Falls Road, 5-0 unanimous vote. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Found by consensus that none of the historic significance criteria in Article 26-9-3, b applied to the 105 Garvins Falls Road shed. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved variances for a duplex at 3 Merrimack St., a duplex at 30 Penacook St., and a home at 374 S Main St.
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ApprovedDuplex lot size variance at 30 Penacook St.Granted a lot size variance for a duplex at 30 Penacook St. (9, 135 square feet where 15,000 is required). p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedConstruction equipment sales, rental, and repair at 70 Pembroke Rd.Granted a variance to allow sales, rental, or repair of construction equipment at 70 Pembroke Rd.. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedSingle-family home on undersized lot at 374 S Main St.Granted four variances for a single-family home at 374 S Main St. (lot size, lot frontage, front yard, and side yards). p. 8page 8 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedCommercial kennel for grooming at 37 Iron Works Rd.Granted a variance to allow a commercial kennel for grooming at 37 Iron Works Rd.. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
ApprovedManufacturing and fabrication at 70 Pembroke Rd.Granted a variance to allow manufacturing and fabrication of filtration and water spray equipment at 70 Pembroke Rd.. p. 9page 9 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Recommended approval of 251 Pleasant Street clinic rooftop screening and phase one work, plus sign applications on Main, Loudon, South, and Pleasant streets.
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RecommendedBuilding wall sign at 25 South Main StreetPlanning Board approval of the building wall sign at 25 South Main Street with conditions, unanimously. p. 2page 2 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedConditional use permit for rooftop screening at 251 Pleasant StreetPlanning Board approval of the conditional use permit for rooftop screening at 251 Pleasant Street, with a condition for added screening if equipment is visible from Pleasant Street, unanimously. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPhase one building and site work for Dartmouth Hitchcock ClinicPlanning Board grant of architectural design review approval for phase one building and site work as submitted, unanimously. p. 6page 6 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPlanning Board approval of signs at 92 South Street as submitted, with an opaque background behind the white of the pylon panel sign, unanimously. p. 3page 3 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPlanning Board approval of a blade sign and a wall sign at 154 North Main Street, with both signs non-illuminated, unanimously. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
RecommendedPlanning Board approval of a blade sign at 26 Pleasant Street with an opaque background behind the white, leaving the red text and red sun illuminated, unanimously. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Sent Dewey School property sale question to November ballot; Curtisville Road sale question failed.
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Approved 8–0Sale of former Dewey School property at 38 Liberty StreetSubmitting ballot initiative #1 on the sale of the former Dewey School property at 38 Liberty Street for the November 2026 election, by roll call. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
DeniedSale of up to 59.08 acres at 11 Curtisville RoadFailed 1-7 to submit ballot initiative #2 on the sale of up to 59.08 acres at 11 Curtisville Road for the November 2026 election. p. 4page 4 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
Approved 8–0Policy 432/537 on reporting child abuse and neglectAdopted Policy 432/537 on child abuse and neglect reporting on second reading. p. 5page 5 of the minutes (opens in new tab)
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