Development News for Saco, Maine

321 Lincoln Street Development Hearing Continued Amidst Sidewalk Debate

The Planning Board continued the public hearing for the 321 Lincoln Street final subdivision application, which proposes 94 single-family lots. Key discussions involved phasing, construction management, and sidewalk extensions. The applicant expressed concerns about the economic feasibility of the requested additional sidewalk construction, while board members debated the balance between developer costs and community benefits.

Planning Board Finds 196 Jenkins Road Subdivision Application Complete

The Planning Board found the final subdivision application for 196 Jenkins Road complete. The project involves creating 14 residential lots. Discussions included minor adjustments to wetland impacts and a review of landscape buffering responses.

Planning Board Adopts Updated Operating Procedures and Public Hearing Guidelines

The Planning Board adopted updated Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs) and revised Public Hearing Guidelines. Key changes include formalizing submission deadlines for applicants, clarifying review timelines for city staff and third-party reviewers, and establishing clearer procedures for managing public comment during meetings, especially for controversial projects.

Planning Board Approves Final Subdivision for 986 Portland Road

The Planning Board reviewed and approved the final subdivision application for 986 Portland Road, Phase 1, creating two new lots and a hammerhead turn.