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Keene planning staff outlines procedural rule changes, proposes switching to certificate of mailing

Keene Zoning Board of Adjustment · November 4, 2025
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Summary

Planning staff presented proposed edits to the ZBA’s rules of procedure including alternate‑member voting clarifications, a new FEMA floodplain variance process, a change from certified mail to certificate of mailing for abutter notices to reduce cost and missed deliveries, and a move from mandatory to discretionary acceptance of late supplemental material. The board will vote in December.

City planning staff presented a package of proposed amendments to the Zoning Board of Adjustment’s rules of procedure and related administrative practices and told the board the items would be formally voted on in the December meeting.

Major changes under discussion include clarifying that if an alternate member is seated for an application they remain the voting member for that application’s…

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