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Andover panel sets Jan. 15, 2026 effective date for previously approved zoning changes
Summary
The planning commission revoted to set an effective date of Jan. 15, 2026 for a package of zoning regulation amendments (agri‑tourism, minimum dwelling size removal, gravel/excavation language and other article changes). Commissioners noted the 15‑day appeal window after newspaper publication. Vote: 5‑0.
The Andover Planning & Zoning Commission on Dec. 16 voted to set Jan. 15, 2026 as the effective date for a package of zoning regulation changes previously approved at an earlier meeting.
Commissioners said attorney guidance recommended a short, clean revote to establish the effective date for amendments that touch multiple articles, including changes related to agri‑tourism, removal of minimum dwelling size provisions, and clarifying language in section 16 that governs sand, gravel and excavation operations. The commission discussed the need for newspaper notice and the statutory appeal period; a 15‑day appeal window after publication was referenced by staff.
The motion to approve the regulation changes with an effective date of Jan. 15, 2026 passed unanimously, recorded as a 5‑0 vote. Staff noted that if no appeals are filed within the statutory period after notice, the regulations will take effect on the chosen date.
