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This was a Nashua Board of Aldermen Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting held on June 16, 2026. The meeting included a public hearing on ordinance 026-013 to amend the zoning map by rezoning land along Northeastern Boulevard and Industrial Park Drive to Highway Business, which would allow more commercial uses such as restaurants and retail. The committee discussed the benefits of the rezoning, including its alignment with the city master plan and potential to attract more business. There was no public opposition or testimony. The meeting also featured a detailed presentation by the city planning manager on sustainable development incentives within redevelopment overlays, focusing on density bonuses tied to green infrastructure, landscaping, stormwater management, and civic space requirements. The discussion covered how these incentives could encourage developers to incorporate environmentally friendly site design and community amenities, with considerations for maintenance responsibilities and neighborhood context. The committee also reviewed accessory structure size regulations. No formal votes on procurement or contracts were recorded, but the meeting addressed policy and zoning changes that could influence future development and procurement opportunities in Nashua.