Planning Board Meeting 6/22/26

The City of Lewiston, Maine Planning Board convened on June 22, 2026, to discuss several key items including a site plan amendment for the Maine Museum of Innovation, Learning, and Labor at 1 Beach Street. The board approved the amendment which involved changes to parking lot surfacing and landscaping, with conditions related to stormwater management compliance. Additionally, the board reviewed and recommended zoning code amendments concerning the No Name Pond Conservation Overlay District, focusing on stormwater best management practices and buffer zone definitions. The board agreed to send the recommended language to the City Council and requested further staff review on buffer definitions for future consideration. Other discussions included public outreach efforts for the postponed Lisbon Street Safety and Mobility Study and a request for updates on vacancy building registration efforts. The meeting concluded with approval of previous meeting minutes and adjournment.