Planning Board — June 25, 2026
Kittery Planning Board continues work on Coastal Hazard Zone Ordinance at June 25 meeting
The meeting consisted of standard procedural items, an informational update, and ongoing ordinance review with no public comment and no contested decisions.
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At its June 25 meeting, the Kittery Planning Board reviewed the current draft of the Coastal Hazard Zone Ordinance. The discussion focused on freeboard standards, how new flood elevations would affect building height limits, insurance implications, and the need for clearer definitions and a glossary.
The board is maintaining a 'manage for' approach aimed at allowing residents to stay in their homes through 2050 while addressing septic and well issues in coastal areas. Further refinements are required before the draft advances.
Kendra Amaral and Max Zakian were tasked with updating the ordinance language. Separate community outreach materials are also being prepared.
Topics discussed
Previous minutes were accepted by unanimous vote.
Minutes accepted unanimously.
Reviewed latest draft ordinance; needs refinement on freeboard, flood elevation, glossary, and outreach materials.
Draft requires further refinement; FAQs review begun; focus kept on 'manage for' approach.
Kendra and Max will refine draft; community outreach and information sheet to be prepared.
Report on December 5 event and related state/local resilience efforts including rapid response funds and charter amendments.
Information shared; handout to be distributed by Judy.
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