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Decision prioritizing density over existing agricultural zoning requirements
At the March 3 ZBA meeting, Goffstown approved a variance to allow a two-unit duplex on 1.42 acres in an Agricultural district—an area that typically requires 3 acres for this use. A significant shift in zoning density for... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-03-03/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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Community concerns regarding the Town Master Plan being bypassed
The Goffstown ZBA is facing a debate: Follow the Town Master Plan to prevent overcrowding, or stick strictly to narrow legal variance criteria? The March 3 meeting showed a growing tension between community character and new... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-03-03/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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Inconsistency in density calculations and the need for technical transparency
Can we trust density claims for new developments? The ZBA postponed a decision on 40 Henry Bridge Road (March 3) because the applicant's density claims didn't match the buildable acreage. We need concrete numbers, not... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-03-03/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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The character of Goffstown’s agricultural zones is changing. At the March 3 ZBA meeting, the board approved a variance that allows multi-family housing on land that doesn't meet the standard acreage requirements. Here is what you need to know. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH
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First, the board granted a variance for Lot 19-1, allowing a duplex on just 1.42 acres in an Agricultural district—half the 3-acre requirement. This moves us closer to densification in areas meant for farming and open space.
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There is a clear tension emerging: Residents argue the board must uphold the Town Master Plan to prevent overcrowding, while developers argue the board should only focus on narrow legal criteria. This affects the long-term feel of our neighborhoods.
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The board did pause on a second application (40 Henry Bridge Rd) because the density math didn't add up. They’ve demanded 'concrete calculations' of buildable acreage before proceeding. We will be watching to see if the data matches the promises... https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-03-03/
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At the March 3 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, significant decisions were made regarding the density and use of land in Goffstown's Agricultural districts. The Board approved a variance for Lot 19-1, allowing the construction of a two-unit duplex on 1.42 acres. Under current zoning, a use like this typically requires 3 acres. This decision highlights a growing trend of multi-family residential development encroaching on land specifically zoned for agriculture. During the meeting, a central conflict emerged: Should the ZBA follow the Town Master Plan’s intent to maintain neighborhood character and prevent overcrowding, or should they prioritize the specific legal criteria for granting variances? While the applicant argued that traffic conditions create a 'hardship,' residents expressed concern that these decisions undermine the long-term planning of our community. Regarding a second application at 40 Henry Bridge Road, the Board has postponed its decision. There were significant discrepancies between the density claims in the application and the actual buildable acreage available. The Board has requested concrete calculations from the applicant before any further action is taken. We will continue to monitor how these density standards are applied in our town. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/goffstown/zoning-board-of-adjustment/2026-03-03/ #MeetingWatch #GoffstownNH