South Berwick council denies retail storefront but approves registered‑caregiver cultivation for Nature’s Miracle LLC

Madam Chair opened a public hearing on licensing applications for Nature’s Miracle LLC at 161 Northbrook Road, telling residents the council was considering two separate approvals: a retail storefront and a medical‑cannabis registered‑caregiver cultivation license. Neighbors turned out in force to oppose both applications, citing unpermitted construction, late hours, repeated calls for police service, and the operation’s location in an R5 residential zone.

Steve Baze, who said he and his family live nearby, described efforts since 2017 to get the town to address the property’s expansion. "No licenses should be granted until the police chief, fire chief, and code enforcement officer have all made positive statements regarding the applicant’s ability to comply with town ordinances," he told the council, and urged immediate inspection of the property…