The Hooksett Planning Board convened on October 6, 2025, to discuss a subdivision application for a property located at 60 Pleasant Street. The meeting began with Patrick Cheatham, representing the applicant Doug Bailey, outlining the request to subdivide one lot into two. The property is currently served by Pembroke Water Works and private septic systems.

Cheatham provided background on the Bailey family’s long-standing connection to the land, noting that they have resided at the adjacent Bailey family farm for over 150 years. He explained that the application consists of two parts: the first involves gifting back approximately one acre of land where an existing house is located, and the second part is to carve out additional land for a new home for himself and Bailey.

Neil McCarthy from Promised Land Survey joined Cheatham to present the technical details of the subdivision. He emphasized that the proposed subdivision would create a smaller lot of 1.5 acres, which exceeds the minimum requirement of one acre to accommodate existing structures without demolition. The plan also includes a shared driveway for safety reasons, maintaining historical access while ensuring compliance with current regulations.

The board proceeded to accept jurisdiction over the application, with a motion made by board member Jim and seconded by Rob. Following this, the board unanimously agreed that the proposal had no potential for regional impact.

During the public hearing segment, McCarthy provided a detailed breakdown of the subdivision plan, highlighting the layout and safety considerations regarding the shared driveway. The board members engaged in discussions about the plan's specifics, ensuring all aspects were thoroughly reviewed.

The meeting concluded with a clear path forward for the application, as the board expressed support for the project, indicating that the next steps would involve further review and potential approval in subsequent meetings.