The Starks' Appeals Board will have a public hearing on a request from the New England Clean Energy Connect (NECEC) for an extension variance of their Site Plan and Shoreland Zoning approvals of the NECEC Project. The request is to extend approval for 18 months until December 2, 2023.

The Appeals Board will have a public hearing on a request from the Starks Holding LLC for an extension variance on their solar array project.  This variance request would allow the Planning Board to grant the second extension for which they have applied from 6 months to 18 months. Summary: The Site Plan Review Ordinance limits the duration of the Site Plan Approvals to an initial twelve months and two 6 month extensions.  The Starks holding LLC would like to extend the second extension to an 18 month extension instead of 6 months due to issues beyond their control.

Board to confirm changes of Amendments to the Building Ordinance and the Solar Energy Moratorium Ordinance that were made at the January 5th Meeting Planning Board Hearing Subject of the Hearing: The Starks Planning Board is proposing two ordinances for the March 11th town meeting ballot referendum. These will be presented at the public hearing. The Board is seeking public input on these ordinances. Copies of the proposed ordinances can be obtained off the Town’s website (https://www.starksme.com) or picked up at the Town Office. Anyone wishing to submit written comments should do so prior to the January 19th hearing, so your comments can be