Commission highlights odd map boundaries that split roads and complicate town input

Aug 12, 2026

Grafton planners flagged cases where one side of a road is labeled 'rural general' and the other 'rural agriculture and forestry,' and asked the Windham Regional Commission to explain boundaries and the implications for landowners and Act 250 reviews.

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Commissioners raised repeated concerns about inconsistencies in the draft regional map where opposite sides of the same road carry different land‑use labels. Members said those map boundaries can create confusion for residents and landowners and can affect eligibility for grants and regulatory reviews.

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