Public Hearing - Planning Board Proposed Zoning Ordinance Changes

Public Notice

NOTICE - PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with the provisions of NH RSA 675:3 and 675:7, the Brookline Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing to consider amendments to the Zoning & Land Use Ordinance on December 7, 2023, at 7:00 PM. at the Brookline Town Hall. If necessary, the Public Hearing will be continued on January 4, 2024 at 7:00 PM.

Section 2450 Short Term Rental Ordinance – This will create an ordinance to promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the Town of Brookline and visitors; create general requirements for health and safety; create a permitting process for Short Term Rentals that requires a life safety inspection; and create an enforcement process.

Section 800/900  Nonconforming, Uses, Lots, and Structures and Lots of Record – This proposed change will combine these sections and provide a path forward for Nonconforming Lots of Record for a Special Exception from the ZBA when a new residence or building cannot meet setback requirements.

Section 1000 – Earth Removal – This proposed change will update the definitions, clarify the application process, and define the Planning Board as the regulator.

Materials for the hearing will be available online at www.brooklinenh.us or in the Planning Department office during regular business hours.

 

Eric Bernstein, Alan Rosenberg, Co-Chairs, Brookline Planning Board