09-02-2026_zba_agenda.pdf
The Zoning Board of Adjustment scheduled a meeting for September 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to address old and new business. No decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were listed in this agenda document. The primary action items were three public hearings: first, ZBA#06-2026 regarding the Seton Foundation’s request at 255 Route 108 for a variance to allow ground-mounted solar trackers exceeding the 15-foot height; second, ZBA#07-2026 regarding 385 Route 16 Realty Corp.'s similar request at 385 Route 108; and third, ZBA#08-2026 regarding Eric Knowles’ request at 5 Pinkham Avenue for a variance to permit a porch and ramp within the 25-foot front yard setback. Anna Stockman is listed as the Planning Secretary. The board’s policy prevents taking up new business after 10:00 p.m., requiring adjournment by 10:30 p.m. Source: https://www.somersworthnh.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif1226/f/agendas/09-02-2026_zba_agenda.pdf
Proud past, bright future B NOTICE OF MEETING The Somersworth Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., in Council Chambers at City Hall, One Government Way. The agenda is as follows: 1) Approval of the minutes of July 9, 2026 2) OLD BUSINESS a. Any other old business that may come before the Board. 3) NEW BUSINESS a. Seton Foundation is seeking a Variance from Table 4.A.6 and Section 19.33.D.1&F.3 to allow ground mounted solar trackers that exceed the 15’ height restriction on a property located at 255 Route 108, in the Commercial/Industrial (CI) District, Map 46 Lot 4C, ZBA#06-2026. PUBLIC HEARING b. 385 Route 16 Realty Corp. is seeking a Variance from Table 4.A.6 and Section 19.33.D.1&F.3. to allow ground mounted solar trackers that exceed the 15’ height restriction on a property located at 385 Route 108, in the Commercial/Industrial (CI) District, Map 57 Lot 02, ZBA#07-2026. PUBLIC HEARING c. Eric Knowles is seeking a Variance from Table 5.A.1 to allow a porch and ramp within the 25’ front yard setback on a property located at 5 Pinkham Avenue, in the Residential/Single Family (R1) District, Map 24 Lot 13, ZBA#08-2026. PUBLIC HEARING d. Any other new business that may come before the Board. Copies of application materials are available for review by the public at the Development Services Department in City Hall during regular business hours. It is the policy of the Board not to take up any new business after 10:00 p.m. and to adjourn by 10:30. Public who are hearing impaired or require other special arrangements, please contact the Planning Office at City Hall (603-692-9519) one-week prior to the meeting for assistance. TDD Access: call Relay NH at 711. Date posted: August 18, 2026 Posted by: Anna Stockman, Planning Secretary Posted at: City Hall & Library & Website: www.somersworthnh.gov & Foster’s Daily Democrat S O M E R S W O R T H , N E W H A M P S H I R E City of Somersworth One Government Way Somersworth, NH 03878 City Hall 603.692.4262 www.somerswortnh.gov