Town of New Castle Planning Board Meeting 6/2/26

The Town of New Castle Planning Board held a meeting on June 2, 2026, primarily focused on site development plan applications and wetlands permits for residential construction projects. Key procurement-related discussions involved detailed reviews of site plans, clearing and grading limits, mitigation plans, and landscaping proposals for two properties: Fortn Road and 14 Hollow Ridge Road. The board addressed compliance with environmental regulations, including wetlands buffer mitigation and stormwater management, and discussed temporary permits related to site cleanup. They also deliberated on zoning and development code amendments affecting building setbacks, coverage, and incentives for housing development in the King Street Hill area. The board voted to schedule a public hearing for June 17, 2026, to further consider the Fortn Road application. Additionally, there was extensive discussion on balancing development goals with environmental protection and neighborhood character, with plans to prepare a memo for the town board and potentially hold a joint session to align on zoning and development policies.