Easton, Maryland
Upcoming
Tree Board
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
The Easton Historic District Commission will consider three applications to alter contributing historic properties: a partial demolition and reconstruction at 15 S. Hanson Street, cedar siding replacement and a new window at 116 Goldsborough Street, and a PVC sign installation at 36 S. Washington Street. The commission will also discuss a corrective action notice for 601 Goldsborough Street and approve the draft decision summary from the June 22, 2026 meeting.
- Application 2026-1760: partial demolition and reconstruction of the primary structure at 15 S. Hanson Street (Critchlow Adkins Children’s Center)
- Application 2026-1767: replacement of cedar siding and installation of a new window at 116 Goldsborough Street
- Application 2026-1770: installation of a 40" x 18" PVC sign at 36 S. Washington Street
- Corrective Action Notice for 601 Goldsborough Street
- Approval of the Draft Decision Summary from the June 22, 2026 meeting
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review three sketch site plan applications: redevelopment of the Talbot County Humane Society facility at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway, construction of an 8,000 square foot pole building for the Talbot County Roads Department at 605 Port Street, and installation of water/wastewater infrastructure for UM Shore Regional Medical Center at 1 Medical Center Drive. The Commission will also make a recommendation to the Town Council on a zoning text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) following House Bill 1466 (2025).
- Sketch site plan for Humane Society redevelopment at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway
- Sketch site plan for county roads storage building at 605 Port Street with multiple landscaping and buffering waivers
- Supplemental waiver request for tree planting and bufferyard requirements at 1 Medical Center Drive for medical center infrastructure
- Recommendation to Town Council on ADU zoning text amendment per House Bill 1466
Town Council
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
Park Advisory Board
Affordable Housing Commission
Historic District Commission
Tree Board
Easton Staff Development Review
Town Council
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Planning Commission
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Affordable Housing Commission
Tree Board
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Planning Commission
Town Council
Easton Staff Development Review
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
Planning Commission
Town Council
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Affordable Housing Commission
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Town Council
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Planning Commission
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Planning Commission
Town Council
Easton Staff Development Review
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Affordable Housing Commission
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Town Council
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Planning Commission
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Affordable Housing Commission
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Town Council
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Planning Commission
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Town Council
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Easton Staff Development Review
Historic District Commission
Board of Zoning Appeals
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Park Advisory Board
Park Advisory Board
Historic District Commission
Historic District Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Easton Staff Development Review
Affordable Housing Commission
Easton Staff Development Review
Easton Staff Development Review
Easton Staff Development Review
Recent meetings
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and authorizing a Community Development Block Grant application for a senior affordable housing project called Osprey. They will also accept a $2,001,429 recycling contract with Republic Services, introduce two new police officers, and receive presentations on an Eagle Scout project, senior needs, Complete Streets, and Bay Street Ponds. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss a business location proposal.
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution 6221 adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan
- Public hearing and vote on Resolution 6224 authorizing CDBG application for Osprey senior affordable housing
- Acceptance of Republic Services bid for annual recycling FY2027-2029 in the amount of $2,001,429
- Introduction of new EPD officers Tucker Lytle and Chase Fletcher
- Presentations on Eagle Scout project, Talbot Senior Task Force findings, Complete Streets, and Bay Street Ponds
Easton Staff Development Review
The Easton Staff Development Review board will discuss three applications: a sketch site plan review for redeveloping the Talbot County Humane Society property at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway, a sketch site plan review for a new pole building at the Talbot County Roads Department facility at 605 Port Street, and a stormwater management review for a sewage pumping station at 1 Medical Center Drive.
- Sketch plan review for redevelopment and new building at 7906 & 7894 Ocean Gateway (Talbot County Humane Society)
- Sketch plan review for new pole building addition at 605 Port Street (Talbot County Roads Department)
- Stormwater management review for sewage pumping station at 1 Medical Center Drive
Park Advisory Board
The Park Advisory Board is meeting for a regular session. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items (approval of minutes, updates from staff and board members). The only item listed for public discussion is a presentation by Mr. Lance Simon, Co-Founder of Friends of John Ford Park, regarding disc golf.
- Public comment by Lance Simon on disc golf at John Ford Park
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will review an emergency request for a temporary wheelchair ramp at a contributing property, a previously approved sign amendment for the Dover Station project, and a window repair at a historic home. They will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.
- Amendment to approved exterior alterations for a 30"x30" hanging sign at 500 Dover Road (Dover Station Project)
- Replacement and repair of third-floor picture frame and lower triangle windows at 27 N. Hanson Street
- Emergency approval for temporary aluminum wheelchair ramp at 121 N. Locust Lane
- Approval of draft decision summary from June 8, 2026 meeting
Town Council
The Easton Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution No. 6222, which revises the town's license, application, permits, inspections, certificate, and other fees. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 1, 2026, and routine municipal official items.
- Public Hearing on Resolution No. 6222 to revise town fees
- Resolution No. 6222 revising license, application, permits, inspections, certificate, and other fees
- Approval of workshop and council meeting minutes from June 1, 2026
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a supplemental parking waiver at 29512 Canvasback Drive, a planned redevelopment at 402 Maryland Avenue, and a sketch site plan for a mixed-use building at 406 Moton Street. Under old business, they will review the Maryland Department of Planning’s annual report, architectural approval for Gannon Range house models, and a sketch site plan for a 64-unit senior affordable housing project near Port Street and Easton Parkway. Discussion items include compliance with new ADU legislation (HB 1466) and potential permanent zoning amendments for the food truck pilot program.
- Supplemental parking waiver for 10-15 spaces at 29512 Canvasback Drive (CG district)
- Planned redevelopment approval for 402 Maryland Avenue to create 5 residential units and office space in PR Overlay
- Sketch site plan for new mixed-use building and utility building at 406 Moton Street (BAAM) with landscape waivers
- Architectural approval for house models at Gannon Range (29659 Matthewstown Road) in PUD
- Sketch site plan for 64-unit senior affordable housing at Port Street and Easton Parkway with tree planting waivers
Affordable Housing Commission
The Affordable Housing Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, discussion of renovation and purchase programs, and old business. No specific proposals or decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes
- Discussion of renovation program
- Discussion of purchase program
- Old business review
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two special exception applications: an automotive repair garage at 327 N. Aurora Street (Building 2 & 5) and a small group day care at 29700 Standish Street. The board will also approve minutes from its December 16, 2025 and May 19, 2026 meetings.
- Special exception request by Bill Wieland for Elliott Equipment Co. Inc. to operate an automotive repair garage at 327 N. Aurora Street in the CB zoning district.
- Special exception request by Lynn Farr for a small group day care at 29700 Standish Street in the R-10A zoning district.
- Approval of draft decision summaries from December 16, 2025 and May 19, 2026 meetings.
Tree Board
The Tree Board meeting agenda contains only standard procedural items: call to order, a general discussion item, approval of minutes, remarks, and adjournment. No specific topics, proposals, or action items are identified in the agenda.
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will review a request to modify a condition of approval for the demolition of the Easton Ice Company building at 108 East Avenue and construction of a 3,200 sq ft amenity building. Other items include new screened porches, window replacements, siding changes, and emergency roof replacements. The meeting also covers administrative approvals and minutes.
- Amendment to condition for demolition of Easton Ice Company building (108 East Avenue) and construction of a 3,200 sq ft amenity building
- New screened porch over existing deck at 204 S. Hanson Street
- Painted lettering on front facade of contributing building 1 at 500 Dover Road (Dover Station Project)
- Exterior alterations including vinyl siding and fencing at 202 S. Aurora Street
- Emergency roof replacements at 112 N. Harrison Street, 132 S. Harrison Street, 123 N. Washington Street, and 208 Talbot Street
Affordable Housing Commission
The Affordable Housing Commission will discuss new business including a rental renovation program with new contractors and new HUD income numbers. They will also move to closed session to review individual finances for several properties. Under the purchase program, a ratified contract for 125 Locust Lane and a relaunch of the Home Purchase Assistance Program are on the agenda. Old business includes updates on Gannon's Range (36 lots, $108,000) and Chapel Farms.
- Rental renovation program with new contractors
- New HUD income numbers
- Closed session to review individual finances for Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie, Emory-Otis, and Watson
- Ratified contract for 125 Locust Lane potential buyer
- Gannon's Range update: 36 lots at $108,000
Town Council
The Easton Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on the FY2026/27 budget and tax levy, the 2026 Comprehensive Plan update, and fee revisions. The council will also consider bid awards for annual street resurfacing and a police department security system upgrade. A letter from the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding a proposed PUD amendment for Lowe's Home Centers will be discussed.
- Bid award for annual street resurfacing
- Bid award for police department security system upgrade
- Public hearing and vote on FY2026/27 budget and tax levy (Ordinance 855 and 856)
- Public hearing and vote on 2026 Comprehensive Plan update (Resolution 6221)
- Public hearing on Resolution 6222 revising town fees
Easton Staff Development Review
The council will discuss three staff development review applications. The first is a redevelopment request by C & C Architecture for Walbridge Real Estate Investments to convert the property at 402 Maryland Avenue to an R2 occupancy within the BC (Business Commercial) zoning district with a PRD overlay. The second is a sketch site‑plan review by Rauch Inc. for Building African American Minds Inc. concerning improvements and stormwater facilities at 406 Moton Street in the R‑7A district. The third is a sketch site‑plan review by Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. on behalf of the Talbot County Roads Department for a new pole building addition at 605 Port Street in the GI district.
- Application 2025‑1464: redevelopment of 402 Maryland Ave to R2 occupancy in BC district (PRD overlay) – C & C Architecture for Walbridge Real Estate Investments
- Application 2026‑1699: sketch site‑plan for stormwater and facility improvements at 406 Moton St, R‑7A district – Rauch Inc. for Building African American Minds Inc.
- Application 2026‑1732: sketch site‑plan for new pole building addition at 605 Port St, GI district – Davis Bowen & Friedel, Inc. for Talbot County Roads Department
Park Advisory Board
The Park Advisory Board will hold a largely procedural meeting, including approval of minutes and updates from staff. The only specific item is a public comment period where Mr. Lance Simon will address the board about disc golf. A possible closed session is noted.
- Mr. Lance Simon to speak on disc golf during visitor comments
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
- Reports from Director of Parks and Recreation and Town Engineer
- Next meeting scheduled for June 23, 2026
Planning Commission
The Easton Planning Commission will review a sketch site plan for a 64-unit multi-family building dedicated to senior and affordable housing at Port Street and Easton Parkway, with requested waivers from tree planting and street tree standards. The commission will also discuss the final draft of the Complete Streets Manual, review compliance with new Accessory Dwelling Unit legislation (HB 1466), and consider a permanent zoning amendment for a food truck pilot program. Additionally, they will receive the Maryland Department of Planning's FY2025 Annual Report and elect 2026 officers.
- Sketch site plan for 64-unit senior/affordable housing at Port Street and Easton Parkway (Rauch Inc. for Osprey Property Co.) with waivers from tree planting standards
- Final draft presentation and discussion of the Complete Streets Manual for enhanced safety and multi-modal mobility
- Legislative compliance review of Easton zoning ordinance for Accessory Dwelling Units under HB 1466 (2025)
- Discussion on permanent zoning code amendments for the Mobile Food Use (Food Truck) Pilot Program
- Election of 2026 Planning Commission officers
Affordable Housing Commission
This meeting includes approval of minutes, new business on rental renovation program with new contractors, and a closed session to review individual finances for the renovation program. The commission will also discuss a potential buyer for 125 Locust Lane under the purchase program and hear developer updates on Gannon's Range (36 lots, $108,000) and Chapel Farms.
- Closed session to review individual finances for renovation program
- Ratified contract for potential buyer at 125 Locust Lane
- Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch with deed of trust/mortgage
- Developer update: Gannon's Range - 36 lots, $108,000
- Rental renovation program with new contractors
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Easton Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on five applications, including a special exception to expand a solar energy facility at 12 Magnolia Street for the Talbot County Board of Education, a special exception for a yoga studio at 301 Bay Street Unit 202, and three variance requests: for signage at a Zaxbys at 8275 Ocean Gateway, a freestanding sign at 404 Marvel Court for Raymond James Wealth Management, and a rear setback variance for a residential addition at 29700 Standish Street.
- Special Exception SE-1636: Sunrise Solar Inc. seeks to expand an existing solar array at 12 Magnolia Street (R-10A district) on behalf of Talbot County Board of Education.
- Special Exception SE-1684: Rising Tides Yoga seeks to operate a fitness center/health spa in a CG district at 301 Bay Street Unit 202.
- Variance V-1709: Delmarva Real Estate Management requests to install a second circular button sign on the southern façade of a Zaxbys at 8275 Ocean Gateway, exceeding wall-mounted signage square footage limits.
- Variance V-1717: Callahan Signs requests to install a 12 sq ft freestanding sign 6 ft from the property line at 404 Marvel Court, waiving the 10-ft setback and landscaping requirements.
- Variance V-1719: Lynn Farr requests to construct a one-story addition at 29700 Standish Street with a reduced rear setback from 30 ft to less in the R-10A district.
Town Council
The Easton Town Council will hold public hearings to receive comments on the FY 2026/27 budget and the updated 2026 Comprehensive Plan. A resolution to revise town fees will also be considered, alongside an ordinance to sell 125 South Locust Lane for affordable housing. Invoices covering April 1‑29, 2026 totaling $1,402,859.96 will be reviewed.
- Public hearing on FY2026/27 budget (Ord. 855)
- Public hearing on adopting the 2026 Comprehensive Plan (Res. 6221)
- Public hearing on revising town license, application, permits, inspections, certificate and other fees (Res. 6222)
- Ordinance authorizing sale of 125 South Locust Lane for affordable housing (Ord. 857)
- Review of invoices totaling $1,402,859.96 for April 1‑29, 2026
Tree Board
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will decide on an amendment to a previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for the Academy Art Museum (106-110 Talbot Lane) to install a recessed display window and a new awning. New business includes nine applications for roof replacements, siding, signs, a screened porch, and ADA ramps at various contributing and non-contributing properties in the historic district.
- Amendment to COA for Academy Art Museum at 106, 108 & 110 Talbot Lane: recessed display window and new awning (south elevation)
- In-kind roof and siding replacements at 118 and 120 Talbot Lane (non-contributing, Tri Gas Roll Off Services)
- ADA accessible ramp and sidewalk improvements at 107 and 109 Goldsborough Street (Talbot Interfaith Shelter)
- Installation of PVC wall-mounted and hanging signs at 113 N. Washington Street (contributing, Bluepoint Hospitality Group)
- Construction of a new screened porch over existing deck at 204 S. Hanson Street (contributing)
Affordable Housing Commission
The Commission will approve minutes from April 21, then discuss updates from Talbot Interfaith Shelter on the May Housing Fair, the Rental Renovation Program, Housing Task Force, Home Purchase Assistance Program, and a Senior Center newsletter. They will move to closed session to review individual finances for applicants Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie, and Emory-Otis. Under purchase program, they will discuss a potential buyer for 125 Locust Lane and relaunching the Home Purchase Assistance Program. Old business includes updates on Gannon's Range (36 lots, $108,000), Chapel Farms, and Fello Projects.
- Closed session to review individual finances (Joshua-Otis, Lewis-Bonnie, Emory-Otis)
- Update on potential buyer for 125 Locust Lane
- Gannon's Range development update: 36 lots at $108,000
- Rental Renovation Program update (Roy-Nick 5/19/26)
- Home Purchase Assistance Program relaunch
Park Advisory Board
This is a procedural meeting with no substantive agenda items listed. The board will hear reports from the Director of Parks and Recreation, Town Engineer, members, and the chairperson, and approve previous minutes. A closed session is possible. Upcoming events include a disc golf tournament and the Golton Park ribbon cutting.
Historic District Commission
The Easton Historic District Commission will review an amendment to a previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for a porch at 207 S. Aurora Street, requiring round columns. Six new applications include solar panels and a fence at 303 Goldsborough Street, a fence at 112 Brookletts Avenue, PVC signage at 123 S. Washington Street, gutter replacement at 214 S. Washington Street, roof replacement at 40 S. Harrison Street, and window/door replacement at 205 S. Hanson Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 13 meeting.
- Amendment to COA for porch at 207 S. Aurora Street — round columns condition (Old Business #1)
- Solar roof panels and front yard fence at 303 Goldsborough Street (New Business #1)
- Cedar picket fence at 112 Brookletts Avenue (New Business #2)
- Flat roof replacement at 40 S. Harrison Street (New Business #5)
- Window and French door replacement at 205 S. Hanson Street (New Business #6)