Planning Board — June 11, 2026
Goffstown Planning Board expands agenda discussions to include major waivers and fast-tracks new development regulations.
The meeting featured lively discussions regarding regulatory compliance and the balance between developer requests and town standards.
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At the June 11 Planning Board meeting, several decisions were made that impact the future of Goffstown’s land use and environmental protections.
First, a transparency concern arose regarding the Residential Duplex Site Plan (Map 29, Lot 62). While the agenda listed a completeness review, the discussion expanded into significant waivers for drainage, landscaping, and fire truck turnaround requirements. Residents should be aware when substantive discussions regarding safety and aesthetic waivers occur outside the explicit scope of the posted agenda.
Second, the Board is moving quickly on the new Development Regulations. A vote is being targeted for the July 9 meeting, and board members are currently reviewing the updated text via email. Because these regulations will govern how all property in Goffstown is developed, it is vital that residents stay informed on these upcoming changes.
Finally, the Board granted relief for a project on Blackbrook Road to build within a 50-foot wetland buffer. While the approval includes conditions for stormwater management and protecting the Blanding's turtle, it represents a significant deviation from standard wetland protections.
Public impact
Broad changes to land use and development standards
The board decided to email the updated regulations to members for review before a scheduled vote.
A vote on the regulations is aimed for the July 9th meeting.
Approval to build within a 50-foot wetland buffer
The board granted relief from the wetland buffer subject to strict environmental conditions and updated plans.
The applicant must submit updated plans with specific conservation and stormwater details by July 9th.
Topics discussed
Review of a proposal to add a residential duplex to a property in the RSB01 zone, involving waivers for drainage, landscaping, and fire truck turnaround.
The board found the application complete and ready for review, but deferred a final vote pending a review by the Historic District Commission and additional information from the fire department and applicant.
The application will return for a hearing on August 13, 2026, following the 45-day mandatory waiting period and input from the Historic District Commission.
An application to incorporate two additional parking spaces into an existing driveway on West Union Street, requiring waivers for driveway width and property line setbacks.
The board decided to continue the application rather than deny it, allowing the applicant time to work with the DPW on a compliant design.
The application is continued to allow the applicant to coordinate with the DPW and potentially submit an alternative plan.
A review of a proposal to convert a deck into living space and add a screened porch and deck, which would impact a wetland buffer.
The board granted relief from the wetland buffer subject to several conditions, including updated plans for stormwater treatment and specific conservation notes.
The applicant must submit updated plans including the gable end detail, relocated drip line trench/gutter drywall details, the Blanding's turtle identification flyer, and a note regarding the retention of the chain link fence.
The board reviewed and moved to adopt the updated Rules of Procedure.
The board approved the Rules of Procedure with the specified amendment.
The board reviewed a request to accept a bond from TMS Diesel for outstanding items to facilitate a Certificate of Occupancy.
The board approved the acceptance of the bond.
Discussion regarding the timeline and review process for the new Development Regulations.
The board will aim to discuss and vote on the regulations at the July 9th meeting.
Staff will email the updated regulations to board members for review prior to the next meeting.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
West Union Street Parking and Driveway Expansion
Residential Duplex Site Plan (New Business 2962)
Community vs. board tension
Public comment
Decisions logged
Action items
Member positions
Positions marked ~ are inferred from context and may not reflect the member's explicitly stated position. UNCLEAR means the vote was split but the record did not name how this member voted — it is not a “yes.”
Accountability flags
Topics discussed — not on agenda
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