How will the parking requirement change in the Growth District?

The proposal reduces required parking for residential units in the Growth District from 2 spaces per unit to 1 space per unit.

Can I join the hearing remotely?

Yes; join via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82479790392 using Meeting ID 824 7979 0392.

What change is proposed for Main Street ground-floor uses?

The amendment would prohibit residential uses on ground floors of buildings fronting Main Street between Route 41 and Greenwood Avenue.

Public Hearing — 17 Highland Ave, Winthrop, ME

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The Winthrop Planning Board will hold a public hearing on May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Town Office and Zoom) to consider four zoning ordinance amendments affecting parking requirements, Route 202 development standards, keeping of female domesticated birds in the Village District, and ground-floor residential uses on Main Street.

Key Takeaways

Hearing: May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Winthrop Town Office and Zoom)
Proposal: reduce residential parking in Growth District from 2 to 1 space
Route 202 properties must meet clarified standards and add vegetative buffers
Village District may allow female domesticated birds by conditional permit
Proposed ban on ground-floor residential uses on Main Street between Rt 41 and Greenwood Ave

Published: May 19, 2026 · today
Category: Public Hearing
City: Winthrop

Address

17 Highland Ave, Winthrop, ME · 4 filings

Research context

4 filings at this address 4 public hearing notices in Winthrop (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the public hearing
Join May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM in person at 17 Highland Ave or via Zoom (Meeting ID 824 7979 0392) to voice comments.
2
Review full ordinance language
Examine the full proposed ordinance at Winthrop Town Hall or the town website before the hearing.
3
Prepare written comments
Submit written comments to the Planning Board before or at the hearing to be part of the public record.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the public hearing on the zoning amendments?: The hearing is Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Winthrop Town Office (All Purpose Room), 17 Highland Ave, and via Zoom.
How will the parking requirement change in the Growth District?: The proposal reduces required parking for residential units in the Growth District from 2 spaces per unit to 1 space per unit.
Can I join the hearing remotely?: Yes; join via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82479790392 using Meeting ID 824 7979 0392.
What change is proposed for Main Street ground-floor uses?: The amendment would prohibit residential uses on ground floors of buildings fronting Main Street between Route 41 and Greenwood Avenue.

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Legal terms in this notice

Planning Board Conditional Use Permit: A permit issued by the Planning Board allowing a specific use if certain conditions are met.
Growth District: A designated zoning area where higher development and density are encouraged.
Shoreland Area: The land area adjacent to waterbodies regulated for environmental and development standards.

Full Notice Text

In accordance with Winthrop Zoning Ordinance Article I.8.C the Winthrop Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Winthrop Town Office (All Purpose Room) at 17 Highland Ave. and via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82479790392 Meeting ID: 824 7979 0392 Full ordinance language is available at the Town Hall and will be posted online. 1. Amendment to Article IV.12.G Off Street Parking and Loading - to decrease the minimum required parking spaces per residential unit in the Growth District from 2 per unit to 1 per unit. Multi-family will continue to require 2 spaces per every 3 units. 2. Amendment to Article IV.13.D Route 202 Development – to clarify the standards of this section apply to all property with frontage on Route 202 and that a vegetative buffer is required to be established if none is present. 3. Amendment to Article III.11, Table 2, to allow, by Planning Board Conditional Use Permit within the Village District, the keeping of female domesticated birds raised for meat or egg production, excluding fully mature male chickens. 4. Amendment to Article III.11, Table 2, Land Uses Outside the Shoreland Area, to prohibit residential uses on the ground floor of buildings fronting Main Street between Route 41 and Greenwood Avenue.