Planning Board — May 20, 2026
The meeting consisted of standard land development approvals and policy workshops conducted in a professional and cooperative manner.
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During the May 20 Planning Board meeting, several decisions were made that will significantly impact the traffic patterns and zoning landscape of Bangor.
One major decision was the approval of a 22-lot cluster subdivision at 375 Pushaw Road. This development was met with public concern regarding the potential for increased traffic at the intersection of Pushaw and Broadway. While the board cited staff traffic studies indicating minimal impact during peak hours, the approval marks a significant increase in density for that area.
Additionally, the Board received a status update on the city's comprehensive Land Development Code update. The project is currently behind schedule due to the sheer volume of historical code issues being reviewed. Residents should be aware that it will likely be several more months before a draft is available for public review and comment.
Finally, the board held a workshop on changing the temporary storage ordinance and discussed increasing flexibility for farm stands, including the potential removal of paving requirements for driveways. We will continue to monitor these developments to ensure community input remains a central part of the process.
Public impact
Development of 22 new residential lots on 46.5 acres.
The board approved the preliminary subdivision and the SLODA permit.
A comprehensive review and revision of the city's entire land development code.
The board is considering reviewing specific 'uses' first to allow consultants to begin mapping the zoning districts.
The process will continue for several months before a draft is ready for public review.
Topics discussed
The board reviewed the minutes from the previous meeting, with one member requesting a clarification regarding a food truck ordinance.
The board voted to amend the minutes to include this clarification and subsequently approved the amended minutes.
A request to expand parking by 22 spaces for Midas at 1011 Union Street.
The board found the application met all applicable land development code requirements and granted the permit.
Demolition of the Bailey building and construction of a 5,500 sq. ft. addition for All Souls Congregational Church.
The board granted the permit with a condition that the applicant receives approval from the Bangor Water District regarding waterline sizing.
A proposal for a 22-lot cluster subdivision on 46.5 acres of land.
The board approved the preliminary major subdivision and the Site Location and Development Act (SLODA) permit.
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A discussion on proposed amendments to the city's temporary storage ordinance, including a new 'seasonal use' category.
The board discussed the merits of the changes; no formal vote was taken during this segment.
Anya Collette will consult with legal and code enforcement regarding the inclusion of language explicitly excluding residential uses from the temporary storage ordinance, clarifying advertising and mobile unit rules, and ensuring containers must be tied down to a site.
Proposal to allow small-scale permanent farm stands in specific districts and exempt them from certain land development requirements.
The board expressed strong support for the proposal, including the removal of paving requirements and the possibility of allowing stands in residential zones.
Anya Collette will consult with legal regarding food sovereignty laws, specifically how to handle value-added products (like jelly or baked goods), animal products, and live plants which may require state licensing.
Status update on the ongoing comprehensive review and revision of the city's land development code.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
375 Pushaw Road Subdivision
Temporary Storage Ordinance Changes
Public comment
Decisions logged
Action items
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