Easton, MD

Town Council

The Easton Town Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at 14 S Harrison Street. The agenda includes a vote on a bid for Accessible Pedestrian Signals, discussion of Automated License Plate Readers, and a public assembly event, the No Kings Rally on 10/17/26. Ordinance 866 would authorize the Town to sell Lot 9 at Mistletoe Hall Commerce-Business Park to BSA Seafood LLC. The agenda also notes the possibility that all or part of the meeting may be held in Closed Session.

• Ord. 866: authorizes sale of Lot 9 at Mistletoe Hall Commerce-Business Park to BSA Seafood LLC
• Approval of bid for Accessible Pedestrian Signals
• Discussion of Automated License Plate Readers
• Public Assembly Event: No Kings Rally on 10/17/26
• Closed Session statement from the 9/21/26 meeting

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission meets Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers at the Easton Town Office, 14 S Harrison Street. The main discussion item is proposed changes to the Town of Easton Zoning Ordinance to create a Data Center Use and supplemental standards associated with that use. The Commission will also consider approving the Draft Decision Summary from its September 17, 2026 meeting. No votes on the data center zoning changes are listed on this agenda; the item is listed as a discussion.

• Discussion of proposed Zoning Ordinance changes to create a Data Center Use
• Proposed supplemental standards tied to the Data Center Use
• Approval of the Draft Decision Summary from the September 17, 2026 meeting

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Planning Commission

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Affordable Housing Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Historic District Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Park Advisory Board

Historic District Commission

Park Advisory Board

Town Council

Historic District Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Affordable Housing Commission

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Easton Staff Development Review

Easton Staff Development Review

Town Council

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will hold its first of two required meetings to consider the Town of Easton's request to demolish the contributing structure at 125 S. West Street. The commission will also review several applications for window replacement, roof replacement, a brick wall addition, and a tree removal, along with administrative approvals and a discussion about rescheduling an upcoming meeting.

• Demolition of contributing structure at 125 S. West Street (first of two required meetings)
• Window replacement at 219 S. Harrison Street with Marvin Elevate double-hung windows
• Roof replacement at 23 N. Hanson Street from metal to asphalt shingles
• Removal of one healthy Black Walnut tree at 319 August Street
• Refacing front steps and adding 18-inch brick wall at 205 Talbot Street

Park Advisory Board

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review is considering a pre-submission proposal from Lane Engineering, LLC for a 9,882 sq ft retail/office building at 8338 Elliott Road. The property is zoned CG (general commercial). This is a preliminary review step, not a final decision.

• Pre-submission proposal for 9,882 sq ft retail/office building
• Applicant: Lane Engineering, LLC
• Location: 8338 Elliott Road (Tax Map 0109, Grid 00EA, Parcel 2865, Lot 2)
• Zoning District: CG

Park Advisory Board

The Easton Park Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, reports from the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Town Engineer, and updates. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Items by Director of Parks and Recreation
• Items by Town Engineer
• Updates
• Next meeting scheduled for October 27, 2026

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 865 to close Moton Street. The ordinance proposes conveying the street bed to Building African American Minds, Inc. while retaining a utility easement.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 865 to close Moton Street
• Conveyance of Moton Street bed to Building African American Minds, Inc.
• Proposal to purchase a Hydro Excavator from Vermeer
• Re-appointment of Maria Brophy to the Historic District Commission
• Presentation on Easton Utilities Cybersecurity Partnership

Tree Board

Planning Commission

The Easton Planning Commission will review an application from the Town of Easton for electrical substation #5 on Hailem School Road, checking its consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also approve the draft decision summary from the August 20, 2026 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Review of electrical substation #5 (Application 2026-1819) on Hailem School Road, Tax Map 0014, Parcel 0038
• Approval of draft decision summary from August 20, 2026 meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a special exception application for a house of worship. The request involves using an existing commercial building to serve approximately 15 to 20 congregants.

• Special Exception request for 29512 Canvasback Drive Unit 6
• Proposed use of commercial building as a House of Worship
• Estimated congregation size of 15 to 20 people

Affordable Housing Commission

The Affordable Housing Commission will review its rental renovation program, including a property list and contractors, and will move into closed session to review individual finances. They will also receive updates on the home purchase program, including 305 South Street, and ongoing projects such as Osprey Senior Housing and Gannon's Range.

• Closed session under General Provisions 3-3-5(b)(2) to review individual finances
• Review of rental renovation program property list and contractors
• Update on 305 South Street home purchase assistance
• Gannon's Range update: 46 lots, $138,000
• Osprey Senior Housing approved

Historic District Commission

The Commission will review multiple applications for exterior changes to historic and non-contributing properties. Items include porch renovations, window replacements, and a new swimming pool installation.

• Pool installation at 107 E. Earle Avenue
• Porch and step renovations at 216 S. Washington Street
• Storefront window repairs at 20 and 22 Goldsborough Street
• Shed roof extension and door replacement at 101 N. West Street
• ADA ramp and storefront reconstruction at 34 S. West Street

The Historic District Commission approved six applications for exterior alterations at properties on Goldsborough Street, S. Washington Street, E. Earle Avenue and N. West Street, most by 6-0 votes. One application, for refacing front steps and adding an 18-inch brick wall at 205 Talbot Street, was withdrawn from the agenda. The Commission also approved its August 24, 2026 Decision Summary and administratively approved exterior alterations at 34 S. West Street.

• Approved porch decking and siding repairs at 601 Goldsborough Street with conditions on deck board direction, railing reinstatement and paint color matching (6-0)
• Approved exterior alterations to the Federal Street facade at 101 N. West Street (5-1, Gant against)
• Approved screening the north porch and replacing four rear doors at 214 S. Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved a 10' x 22' in-ground pool at 107 E. Earle Avenue (6-0)
• Approved a new covered portico and reconstructed front porch steps at 216 S. Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved replacing two storefront windows and relocating sign brackets at 20 Goldsborough Street (5-0-1, Startt abstained)
• Approved replacing two storefront windows and relocating sign brackets at 22 Goldsborough Street (5-0-1, Startt abstained)
• Withdrawn: refacing front steps and adding an 18-inch brick wall at 205 Talbot Street

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review is considering a pre-submission proposal from Rauch Inc. to renovate the existing Parkway Apartments complex and construct a new 2,500 sq ft community building at 51 Jowite Street. The proposal is in the MXW zoning district and is at an early review stage.

• Pre-submission proposal for renovation of Parkway Apartments complex
• Construction of a new 2,500 sq ft community building
• Location: 51 Jowite Street, Tax Map 0104, Grid 00EA, Parcel 1367A
• Zoning District: MXW

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will hold public hearings on zoning changes for accessory dwelling units and a proposed 12-month moratorium on data centers, along with related zoning standards. The council will also consider contracts, including a Tahoe purchase and permitting software, and several resolutions for grants and a boathouse agreement.

• Public hearing on Ord. No. 861 to amend zoning for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Public hearing on Ord. No. 863 (12-month data center moratorium) and Ord. No. 864 (data center zoning standards)
• Contract award to Vertosoft, LLC for OpenGov Permitting and Licensing Software
• FY27 EPD Tahoe Purchase
• Res. No. 6224 for Community Development Block Grant for senior affordable housing

The Town Council approved Ordinance 863, a 12-month moratorium on data center applications, and Ordinance 864, which defines data centers and adds supplemental zoning standards. It also approved a $103,274.97 OpenGov permitting and licensing software contract, two police canine vehicles totaling $117,026.05, four assembly event permits, and resolutions for a senior affordable housing grant application and a boathouse MOU at Easton Point Park. A disc golf pilot at John F. Ford Park was discussed at length; the town attorney said the Parks and Recreation programming decision was within staff authority, and no council vote on the pilot is recorded. Ordinance 865, closing Moton Street and conveying the street bed to Building African American Minds, Inc. while retaining a utility easement, was introduced with a public hearing set for September 21, 2026.

• Approved Ordinance 863, 12-month moratorium on data center applications (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 864, defining data centers and supplemental zoning standards (unanimous)
• Approved OpenGov permitting/licensing software contract via Virtuosoft LLC, $103,274.97 first term (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2 police canine Tahoe vehicles: $57,500 (Hertrich Fleet Services) and $59,526.05 (IG Burton) (unanimous)
• Approved four assembly event permits: Sept 26 resource fair, Oct 2 homecoming parade, Oct 2-3 street festival, Nov 28 Talbot Hospice 5K (each unanimous)
• Approved Amended Resolution 6224 authorizing an $800,000 Maryland CDBG application for senior affordable housing (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Resolution 6225 adopting citizen participation and residential anti-displacement plans (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 6227 authorizing a boathouse MOU with Freedom Rowers, Inc. and Eastern Shore Community Rowers, Inc. at Easton Point Park (unanimous)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission will approve minutes and discuss new business including a TIS funding request and the rental renovation property list. The body will enter a closed session to review individual finances for renovation contractors. It will also provide updates on the purchase program, the approved Osprey Senior Housing project, and the $138,000 Gannon's Range project.

• Review of individual finances for renovation contractors in closed session
• Update on 305 South St under the Purchase Program
• Update on Gannon's Range involving 46 lots and $138,000
• Review of the rental renovation program property list
• Discussion of a TIS funding request

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review is holding a pre-submission review of three proposals. These include a commercial miscellaneous use for private motor vehicle storage and two utility conduit installations by the Easton Utilities Commission. The meeting is for discussion and review, not final decisions.

• Elliott Equipment Co. Inc. proposes private storage of motor vehicles at 327 N. Aurora Street (Zoning District CB)
• Easton Utilities Commission proposes 3,627 linear ft. of conduit from Mistletoe Dr./Goldsborough Neck Rd. to Substation #3
• Easton Utilities Commission proposes 4,056 linear ft. of conduit from Substation #3 to future Substation #5 site
• Conduit installations use open trench and directional drilling methods

Park Advisory Board

The Easton Park Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, hearing updates from the Parks and Recreation Director and Town Engineer, and receiving remarks from the Chairperson on disc golf. Board members will also have time for their own items and public comment. The meeting may be partially held in closed session.

• Approval of minutes
• Items by Director of Parks and Recreation
• Items by Town Engineer
• Remarks by Chairperson on Disc Golf
• Public comment period

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider five applications for changes to contributing historic properties, including tree removal, porch, door, roof, and window replacements. One item, the Talbot County Courthouse slate roof replacement, was previously approved and is being revisited. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting.

• Tree removal at 112 Talbot Street (Crape Myrtle)
• Porch portico replacement at 117 S. Hanson Street
• Front door replacement at 405 S. Harrison Street
• Exterior alterations at 601 Goldsborough Street (roof, gutters, windows, decking)
• Slate roof replacement with synthetic slate at 11 N. Washington Street (Courthouse)

The Commission approved requests for tree removal, porch repairs, and roof replacements at various locations. A request regarding window and siding repairs at 601 Goldsborough Street was tabled for further information.

• Approved removal of Crepe Myrtle tree at 112 Talbot Street (5-0)
• Approved front portico replacement at 117 S. Hanson Street (5-0)
• Approved new wood front door at 405 S. Harrison Street (5-0)
• Approved asphalt shingle roof and gutter replacement at 601 Goldsborough Street (5-0)
• Tabled window, porch, siding, and chimney repairs for 601 Goldsborough Street (5-0)
• Approved synthetic slate tile roof for Talbot County Courthouse (5-0)
• Approved administrative request for roof replacement at 214 Goldsborough Street
• Approved administrative request for roof replacement at 200 S. Aurora Street

Park Advisory Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will vote on a temporary-use permit for a thrift store at 25 E. Dover Street, running from April 30 to December 31, 2026. They will also hear a presentation on the scope of work for the Easton Comprehensive Master Transportation Plan, which includes traffic assessments and strategies for aligning development with a resilient transportation network. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the previous session.

• Temporary-use request for a thrift store at 25 E. Dover Street (Application 2026-1771)
• Presentation of the Easton Comprehensive Master Transportation Plan scope of work by Larry Marcus (Forward Progress)

The Easton Planning Commission unanimously approved a temporary use for a thrift store at 25 E. Dover Street, extending it to June 30, 2027. It also voted 5-0 to recommend two ordinances to the Town Council: a 12-month moratorium on data centers (Ordinance No. 863) and a zoning code amendment defining data centers as a prohibited use (Ordinance No. 864). The Commission found Phase 3 of the Easton Multi-Use Path consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved temporary use for thrift store at 25 E. Dover Street, extended to June 30, 2027 (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance No. 863, 12-month data center moratorium (5-0)
• Recommended Ordinance No. 864, zoning amendment prohibiting data centers (5-0)
• Found Phase 3 of Easton Multi-Use Path consistent with Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved July 16, 2026 decision summary with correction (5-0)

Affordable Housing Commission

The Easton Affordable Housing Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including a TIS funding request and rental renovation program, and review individual finances for renovation contractors in closed session. They will also get updates on the 305 South Street property and the Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch, plus updates on several housing projects.

• TIS funding request
• Rental Renovation program
• Closed session to review individual finances of renovation contractors
• 305 South Street update
• Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Easton Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to review two active applications: a variance request to build a 72-inch fence at 630 Howard Street and a special exception request to operate an animal hospital at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway. One item, a multifamily apartment complex special exception at 327 N. Aurora Street, was withdrawn prior to the meeting.

• Variance request (V-1789/V26-05) for 72" fence at 630 Howard Street
• Special exception request (SE-1775/SE26-07) for animal hospital at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway
• Withdrawn special exception request (SE-1784/SE26-08) for multifamily apartment complex at 327 N. Aurora Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a 72-inch fence at 630 Howard Street and granted a special exception for an animal hospital at Ocean Gateway. A request for a multifamily apartment complex on North Aurora Street was withdrawn.

• Approved June 16, 2026 Decision Summary (3-0)
• Approved fence height variance at 630 Howard Street (3-0)
• Approved animal hospital special exception at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway with conditions (3-0)
• Withdrawn special exception for multifamily apartment complex at 327 N. Aurora Street

Town Council

The Easton Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 861, which would amend zoning rules for Accessory Dwelling Units to align with state law. The council will also consider several ordinances, including a temporary moratorium on data centers and a zoning amendment to allow them, plus a resolution for tax abatements for the Neighborhood Service Center.

• Public hearing on Ord. 861: ADU zoning amendments
• Ord. 862: Lowe's Home Centers PUD amendment
• Ord. 863: 12-month moratorium on data center permits
• Ord. 864: Create 'data center' use in zoning ordinance
• Res. 6226: Abatements for Neighborhood Service Center

The Easton Town Council approved Ordinance 862, allowing Lowe's Home Centers to convert about 10 parking spaces into an outdoor sales/display area for trailers and sheds, with screening plantings. The council also held a public hearing on Ordinance 861 (accessory dwelling units) but did not vote, leaving the hearing open for more input. Resolution 6226 (Neighborhood Service Center tax/fee abatements) was not moved on, with staff to possibly bring it back under a broader policy framework. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed for future action.

• Approved Ordinance 862 (Lowe's PUD amendment) unanimously
• Left Ordinance 861 (ADU amendments) hearing open, no vote
• No motion on Resolution 6226 (Neighborhood Service Center abatements)
• Introduced Ordinance 863 (12-month data center moratorium) for future hearing
• Introduced Ordinance 864 (data center use definition) for future hearing
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2026 meeting as written

Tree Board

Easton Staff Development Review

The Easton Staff Development Review will consider a pre-submission proposal from Lane Engineering LLC on behalf of Easton Veterinary Clinic to add a 220-square-foot x-ray room and make associated facility improvements at 8942 Centreville Road.

• Pre-submission proposal for a 220-square-foot x-ray room addition at Easton Veterinary Clinic
• Location: 8942 Centreville Road, Tax Map 0100, Grid 00EA, Parcel 0035, Lot 1
• Zoning district: I (Industrial)
• Associated facility improvements included in the request

Historic District Commission

The Easton Historic District Commission will consider several Certificate of Appropriateness applications, including a cedar fence at 229 S. Aurora Street, signs at 11 S. Harrison Street, a porch replacement at 519 Goldsborough Street, and an emergency roof repair at 43 S. Washington Street. The commission will also vote on an amendment to a previously approved porch project at 208 Goldsborough Street and approve minutes from the July 27 meeting.

• Amendment to previously approved COA for cement porch and steps at 208 Goldsborough Street
• New COA for 103 linear feet of cedar picket fence at 229 S. Aurora Street
• New COA for cedar fence and gate at 220 S. Harrison Street
• New COA for two 24x30-inch signs at 11 S. Harrison Street
• Emergency approval for roof shingle replacement at 43 S. Washington Street

The Easton Historic District Commission approved five of six applications, including a cement porch deck amendment, two fences, two signs, and a composite porch decking replacement. The composite decking application at 519 Goldsborough Street passed 3-2-1, with Commissioner Bateman abstaining. The commission also approved the July 27, 2026 decision summary and noted administrative and emergency approvals for roof replacements.

• Approved cement porch deck and steps amendment at 208 Goldsborough St (6-0)
• Approved 103 ft wooden picket fence at 229 S. Aurora St (6-0)
• Approved cedar privacy fence at 220 S. Harrison St (6-0)
• Approved two projecting signs at Easton Visitor Center, 11 S. Harrison St (6-0)
• Approved composite porch decking at 519 Goldsborough St (3-2-1)
• Approved July 27, 2026 Draft Decision Summary (6-0)
• Administrative approval for roof replacement at 125 S. Hanson St
• Emergency approval for roof replacement at 43 S. Washington St

Affordable Housing Commission

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 859 to regulate mobile food uses. The body will also consider legislation regarding land acceptance for a park access road and a zoning amendment for Lowe's Home Centers, LLC.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 859 to amend Chapter 28 (Zoning) regarding Mobile Food Uses
• Ord. 860: Acceptance of land from Talbot County for an Easton Woodland Park access road
• Ord. 862: Planned Unit Development amendment application for Lowe's Home Centers, LLC

The Easton Town Council approved Ordinance 859, codifying mobile food truck regulations from the pilot program, after voting to remove a restriction limiting multiple vendors on one parcel. The council also approved Ordinance 860, accepting land from Talbot County to build an access road to Easton Woodland Park. Both votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed or deferred.

• Approved Ordinance 859 (mobile food trucks) after striking multi-truck restriction (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 860 (land transfer for Easton Woodland Park access road) (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Ordinance 862 (PUD amendment for Lowe's) to next meeting

Park Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will hear items from the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Town Engineer.

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will review four applications for exterior modifications to properties. These include requests for siding replacement, signage, a structure demolition, and a building expansion.

• Replacement of cedar siding, window, and door at 116 Goldsborough Street
• Installation of 57.5 inches of black acrylic lettering at 126 Port Street
• Demolition of a historic rear accessory structure/shed at 130 N. Washington Street
• Expansion of a 3rd floor and exterior renovations at 17 E. Dover Street

The Easton Historic District Commission approved all four applications on the agenda, including a demolition request for a historic outbuilding at 130 N. Washington Street. The commission also approved exterior alterations at 116 Goldsborough Street, a new sign at 126 Port Street, and a renovation with a third-floor addition at 17 E. Dover Street. All votes were unanimous except for the 17 E. Dover Street project, which had one abstention.

• Approved exterior alterations at 116 Goldsborough Street (5-0)
• Approved wall sign at 126 Port Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition of outbuilding at 130 N. Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved renovation and third-floor addition at 17 E. Dover Street (4-0-1)

Easton Staff Development Review

The Town Council will review a pre‑submission proposal submitted by Lane Engineering, LLC for Elliott Equipment Co., Inc. The request seeks demolition of existing structures at 327 N. Aurora Street and construction of a 68‑unit multi‑family building in the CB zoning district. The council will discuss the project’s compliance with zoning and development guidelines.

• Pre‑submission proposal to demolish existing buildings and construct 68 multi‑family units at 327 N. Aurora St (CB district) submitted by Lane Engineering, LLC for Elliott Equipment Co., Inc.