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The Londonderry Planning Board meeting on June 3, 2026, addressed several developments that could have long-term impacts on our town's infrastructure, safety, and environment.

First, the Board approved a modification for the Technology Hill PUD. This decision allows residential occupancy for Buildings 1 and 9 to begin before the required off-site roadway improvements are finished. While the Board added a condition that no further buildings can be occupied until those improvements are done, the decision to allow early occupancy raises valid concerns about traffic and road readiness.

Second, the Board discussed a proposed 44-unit subdivision in Manchester near our town boundary. There is a growing concern that this development could create a 'mutual aid imbalance,' where Londonderry emergency services end up responding to Manchester calls at a disproportionate rate. The Board has tasked staff with revising their regional impact letter to specifically address these traffic and emergency service concerns.

Finally, the Board accepted the site plan for a 60-unit development at -2 Rockingham Road as complete. This site was previously used for metal recycling, and Board members raised pointed questions during the hearing about whether soil and groundwater contaminants would be fully remediated or if the cleanup plan is sufficient. Residents should continue to monitor how environmental safety is handled as this project moves forward. https://meetingwatch.org/nh/londonderry/planning-board/2026-06-03/ #MeetingWatch #LondonderryNH