Camden Planning Board approves lot merger on Tamarack Trail

The Camden Planning Board approved an amendment to the Tamarack Subdivision to merge two adjacent lots owned by Ray and Nancy Adams. The board also discussed the need for a regular meeting schedule and a workshop to address comprehensive planning responsibilities.

Key points

• The board voted 4-0 to approve the merger of Map 111 Lots 19 and 21 into a single 4.28-acre parcel.
• Board members determined the lot merger does not alter the character of the originally approved subdivision, avoiding a full multi-stage review.
• New board member Allison McKellar requested a workshop to discuss planning board priorities and comprehensive plan goals.
• Staff noted that the town is not filling the vacant planner position due to budget concerns.
• The board agreed to hold a workshop on November 5 via Zoom to discuss board responsibilities and scheduling.

Next steps

• The applicant is responsible for recording the signed subdivision amendment at the registry of deeds.
• Staff will coordinate with the surveyor to ensure the plan is recorded before the applicant returns in January.
• The board will schedule a workshop on November 5 to discuss planning board priorities and meeting schedules.

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