Zoning & land use in New Hampshire local government
What New Hampshire city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
673 New Hampshire meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in New Hampshire with the most zoning & land use activity
- Windham, NH (84)
- Laconia, NH (67)
- Hampton, NH (52)
- Winchester, NH (38)
- Gilmanton, NH (35)
- Sandown, NH (34)
- Concord, NH (32)
- Plaistow, NH (32)
- Manchester, NH (29)
- Meredith, NH (27)
- Loudon, NH (25)
- Rye, NH (24)
Latest matching meetings
Planning Board to review subdivision and boundary adjustments
The Planning Board will consider three application submissions, including a 4-lot subdivision and two boundary line adjustments. Public hearings may be held for these items if the applications are accepted as complete.
Select Board to address wetlands violation at 221 Cobb Meadow Road
The Select Board will meet to review department updates and sign official contracts and permits. The agenda includes a specific discussion regarding a wetlands violation and a board appointment.
Zoning Board to review special exception requests for Jericho Road and Cates Hill Road
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider two special exception requests. These include a proposal for a single-family home in a business zone and a request to exceed building height limits for an accessory building.
Deering Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled
The regular meeting of the Deering Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled for July 23, 2026, has been cancelled.
Zoning Board to review garage variance for 3 Wadleigh Lane
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 3 Wadleigh Lane. The board will also review and approve minutes from the March 26, 2026, meeting.
Historic District Commission meets July 23, 2026
The commission will consider a request to replace trim baseboard with PVC at 451-457 Meeting House Rd. The agenda also includes potential amendments to historic district regulations.
Hampton Master Plan Implementation Committee to develop public engagement strategy
The committee will discuss implementation priorities for 2026 and a recap of a presentation to the Select Board. Members plan to develop a public engagement strategy covering the Master Plan and 2027 zoning amendments.
Planning Board will consider amendments to stormwater management requirements
The Rye Planning Board’s Rules and Regulations Sub‑Committee will discuss a set of proposed amendments. Items include new requirements for stormwater management, changes to the Rye zoning map, legislative zoning amendments, a cottage court proposal, and updates to conservation land development regulations. The meeting…
Planning Board to review commercial and residential development applications
The Sandown Planning Board will hold continued public hearings for several site plan and subdivision applications. The board will consider commercial building projects and a 21-unit residential subdivision.
Laconia TRC reviews wetland buffer and housing site plans
The Laconia Technical Review Committee will review three Planning Board applications, including a wetland buffer encroachment request and two residential site plans. The committee will also accept prior meeting minutes.
Public hearings on a boundary line adjustment and a 5‑lot subdivision on Old Turnpike Road
The Salisbury Planning Board will approve the July 6 draft minutes and hold two public hearings: one for a boundary line adjustment at Old Turnpike Road (Map 238, Lot 3 and Map 239, Lot 32.02) owned by Jason and Karen Currier, and another for a five‑lot major subdivision at Old Turnpike Road and Center Road (Map 238…
Board will consider a subdivision request for 70 Danville Road (Map 18 Lot 085)
The Hampstead Planning Board meeting on July 20, 2026 will review several land development items. Items include lot line adjustments for 118 Wash Pond Road and 15 Victoria Lane, a subdivision proposal for 70 Danville Road, and a conceptual discussion for a parcel on NH Route 111. The board will also announce a search…
Planning Board to review major subdivision at 680 Warwick Road
The Winchester Planning Board will hold a work session and public hearing to review a major subdivision application for 680 Warwick Road. The applicant proposes dividing a 42.6-acre parcel into four lots ranging from 3.03 to 24.34 acres, located in the Agricultural District and Aquifer Protection District Overlay. The…
Planning Board to review major subdivision application for 680 Warwick Road
The Planning Board will determine if a major subdivision application for 680 Warwick Road is complete. If accepted, the board will hold a public hearing on the proposal.
Four-lot subdivision at 680 Warwick Rd with waiver requests
The Planning Board is reviewing a four-lot subdivision application for 680 Warwick Road (Map 3 Lot 1) by San-Ken Homes, Inc. The applicant requests waivers from state septic, subdivision, and driveway approvals, as well as municipal water approval, citing that no development is proposed at this time. The board will…
ZBA to decide on height waiver for 47-ft building at 244 Province St
The Zoning Board will hold public hearings and possibly vote on five variance requests and an equitable waiver. The most notable item is a request to waive the 35-ft height limit for a structure built to 47 ft 9 in at 244 Province St. Other requests involve lot frontage and setback variances.
City Council to consider wage schedule revisions and property tax exemptions
The City Council will vote on a wage schedule revision ordinance and multiple property tax exemption resolutions. Members will also discuss infrastructure change orders and requests regarding city property use and public health regulations.
Planning Board will discuss the SR1 site at Map 50 Lot 18-1
The board will review the minutes from the June 18, 2026 regular and work‑session meetings. It will then discuss a conceptual consultation regarding the SR1 location at Map 50 Lot 18‑1. No other public hearings or reports are listed on the agenda.
Zoning Board will discuss ordinances and review new applications
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will discuss and review existing ordinances. It will also review any new zoning applications that have been received. The meeting may include any other business the board deems necessary.
Public hearing on a minor subdivision at 225 Old Harrisville Rd
The Dublin Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a minor subdivision at 225 Old Harrisville Rd. The board will receive updates on the Valley Road/Perry Pasture Road project and the Master Plan Steering Committee. An upcoming wetlands waiver request for Map 3, Lot 3 at 42 Close Rd will be discussed, along with a…
Zoning Board to hear five variance petitions, including wetland use at 299 Exeter Rd
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five variance petitions. Petitioners seek relief from dimensional requirements, use definitions, and wetland restrictions. The board will also approve minutes and discuss a road access modification for Aquarion at 5R Falcone Circle.
Board to vote on shed setback and basement variances
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear two variance requests. Case #2026-12 seeks to build a shed within the front setback at 120 Ridgewood Dr. Case #2026-13 seeks to add a full basement to an approved dwelling at 8 Applewood Dr. The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.
Commission discusses Belmont Road site plans and urban agriculture ordinance
The Conservation Commission will review a site plan and drainage report for PB2026-053 on Belmont Road. The agenda also includes a discussion of draft ordinance language regarding urban agriculture.
Planning Board reviews site plans for storage, residential, and industrial projects
The Planning Board will review several development applications including a self-storage facility and potential housing or subdivision layouts. The meeting also includes discussions on Highclere Bond and an SNHPC vacancy.
Planning Board reviews sign ordinance setbacks and Bela Brook Farm site plan
The Planning Board will review sign ordinance setback requirements and a request for new poles at Owl's Nest. The board will also continue the minor site plan review for the Bela Brook Farm ice cream stand.
Planning Board reviews 600-unit mixed-use proposal on Loudon Road
The Planning Board will consider several major site plans, including a large mixed-use redevelopment and a 34-unit multifamily project. The board is also reviewing conditional use permits for residential conversions and various architectural sign requests.
Planning Board reviews subdivision, site plan, and lot adjustments
The Planning Board will review several applications for completeness to determine if public hearings can proceed. Items include a 12-lot residential subdivision, multiple amended site plans for commercial properties, and various lot line adjustments.
Windham ZBA to consider multiple variance requests and a rehearing
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review several variance applications involving residential structures, garages, and setbacks. The board will also consider a request for a rehearing regarding a previously denied variance at 3 Doiron Rd.
Gilmanton Conservation Commission meeting scheduled for July 14, 2026
The commission will discuss updates on the Frisky Hill parking lot planting and electric work at Tom Howe barn. Members will also review easement monitoring and a zoning matter previously objected to by the GCC.
Planning Board reviews home business and industrial development applications
The Planning Board will consider several development applications including a home-based business and multiple industrial site plans. Discussions include condominium conversions and changes of use for properties on Industrial Way and Puzzle Lane.
Planning Board to review mixed-use and subdivision plans
The Planning Board will determine the completeness of and hold public hearings for two development applications. The board will also discuss rescheduling an October meeting and receive committee updates.
Greenfield Planning Board to discuss Master Plan and zoning adjustments
The Planning Board will meet to conduct general business, including discussions on the Master Plan and zoning regulation adjustments. The board will also review a business permit letter and a boundary agreement for the Cemetery Trustees.
Greenfield Planning Board to discuss Master Plan and zoning adjustments
The Planning Board will meet to conduct general business, including discussions on the Master Plan and zoning regulation adjustments. The board will also review a business permit letter and a boundary agreement for the Cemetery Trustees.
Laconia City Council discusses grant acceptance and infrastructure projects
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a justice assistance grant and the Belknap House sewer line replacement. The agenda also includes discussions on traffic orders, building permits, and city board appointments.
Select Board discusses septic relief, water rights, and property disposal
The Select Board will consider a request for septic system relief at 185 Range Road. Other items include potential water rights purchases and the disposal of tax deeded property.
Variance request for a home addition at 54 Gile Hill Road
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a variance application regarding a reduced side yard setback. The hearing involves Nicole Clement Gomez and Richard Hector for an addition to their existing home.
Public hearing on a major subdivision for McCauley Realty Trust (Tax Map R04, Lot 007)
The Lisbon Planning Board will approve the minutes from the June 11, 2026 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on a major subdivision proposed by McCauley Realty Trust on tax map R04, lot 007. The board will receive reports from the North Country Council Commissioners and its Transportation Committee, and will…
Conservation Commission to review site plans for contractor buildings and housing
The Conservation Commission will review three development applications, including a request for contractor buildings and potential housing options. The body will also discuss land trust contracts and various town pond and forest updates.
Rye Conservation Commission reviews wetland projects and town updates
The commission will review several applications involving wetlands, including stair installations, a parcel subdivision, and home construction. Regular business includes updates on trails, vernal pools, and the Town Forest survey plan.
Conservation Commission to review Noah Estates subdivision proposal
The Sandown Conservation Commission will review a Conditional Use Permit for a 21-unit single family subdivision. The commission will also hold a hearing regarding a retaining wall repair on a pond. These decisions affect land use and wetland preservation in the community.