Planning Board

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

Meeting documents

MEMBERS

  • John T. Regan, Chair - Term expires: June 30, 2026
  • Dwarakesh Nallan, Vice-Chair - Term expires: June 30, 2026
  • Ronald E Brooks - Term expires: June 30, 2024
  • Sierra Smarra - Term expires: June 30, 2028
  • Jason Asirifi - Term expires: June 30, 2025
  • Glenn Feldman, Associate Member - Term expires: June 30, 2028

About the Planning Board

The Planning Board is responsible for guiding development of land and growth within the Town of Auburn, in accordance with the Zoning Bylaws, Subdivision Regulations, and professional guidance of various town departments. This includes Site Plan Review, ANR Plans, and Special Permits for commercial and residential developments and subdivisions.

 The Planning Board is a five member (plus one associate seat) regulatory board that meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. The Associate Planning Board member participates in all matters before the Board in a non-voting capacity, unless a regular member is not in attendance or unable to vote in accordance with State law.

Documents

  1. 2024 Planning Board Hearing Dates (PDF)
  2. Planning Board Hearing Dates 2022 (PDF)
  3. 2021 Planning Board Hearing Dates (PDF)

FEMA Flood Insurance Maps

FEMA has released Preliminary copies of Auburn’s revised Flood Insurance Maps. There is a 90 day appeal period which begins April 19, 2022. If any property owner or lessee believes their property rights will be adversely effected by the flood determination you may submit comments to the town. After the 90 day appeal period the comments will be compiled and sent to FEMA. If you have questions or comments you may call 508-832-7704 or Contact Adam Menard.

 The maps and other information may be found below.

FEMA Flood Map Documents

  1. FEMA Federal Register 72263-72264 (PDF)
  2. FEMA Letter (PDF)
  3. FEMA Scientific Resolution Maps (PDF)

FEMA FLOOD MAP IMAGES

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