Solar Permitting and Approvals
Solar Permitting and Approvals The Keene Community Development Department is committed to providing exceptional customer service. To promote the advancement of solar in our community, we are committed to the […]
Department: Community Development
Community Development About
About The Community Development Department implements community based strategies to enhance economic opportunity, build strong neighborhoods, protect Keene’s environment and natural resources and ensure a dynamic framework for quality growth and […]
Accessory Dwelling Units
Accessory Dwelling Units What is an “ADU”? An ADU, sometimes called a “granny flat” or “in-law apartment,” is an independent living unit ancillary to a single-family dwelling unit and under […]
Joint Planning Board & Planning Licenses and Development Committee
Schedule Meetings are generally held the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 PM, unless otherwise noted. View the City Calendar to confirm the date and time of the next meeting. 2025 Meeting […]
Historic District Commission
Schedule Meetings are generally held the third Wednesday of each month at 4:30 PM: 2025 Meeting Schedule View the City Calendar to confirm the date and time of the next meeting. Staff Liaison Evan J. […]
Heritage Commission
Schedule Meetings are generally held the 2nd Wednesday of every other month at 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room at City Hall. View the City Calendar to confirm the date and time of the next […]
Greater Goose Pond Forest Stewardship Plan Subcommittee
Further Information Greater Goose Pond Stewardship Plan Adopted 5/2/2019 Greater Goose pond Forest Trail Assessment and Design PlanPart 1Part 2Part 3Part 4Part 5 Staff Liaison Carrah Fisk-Hennessey(603) 357-9829 Schedule The […]
Energy and Climate Committee
Schedule Meetings are generally held the first Wednesday of each month at 8:00 AM in the 2nd Floor Council Chambers of City Hall. View the City Calendar to confirm the date and time of the […]
Conservation Commission
Schedule Meetings are generally held the third Monday of each month at 4:30 PM, unless otherwise noted. View the City Calendar to confirm the date and time of the next meeting. 2025 Meeting Schedule […]
Boards and Committees
Boards and Committees The Community Development Department supports a number of Boards and Committees that meet at a variety of dates, times and locations during the month. Click on the […]
Food Licenses & Inspections
Food Licenses & Inspections The City of Keene is one of the few self-inspecting municipalities in the state with all food licenses and inspections applied for and conducted through the […]
Applications & Forms – Community Development
Applications & Forms FEE SCHEDULES: Building Permit Fee ScheduleLand Development Fee Schedule APPLY ONLINE: Open the online portal to apply online for a building permit, a street access (driveway) permit, report […]
Building
Building Safety Building staff is responsible for the review, approval, issuance and inspection of all construction within the City of Keene. This includes but is not limited to structural, electrical, […]
Comprehensive Master Plan
Comprehensive Master Plan What is a Master Plan? A Master Plan is a long-range plan for a community that provides guidance for city-wide growth and development patterns, investments, and initiatives. […]
Planning and Zoning
Planning and Zoning In Keene, Zoning and Planning functions are administered by staff in the Community Development Department. Key functions include providing staff support to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, […]
GIS and Mapping Services
GIS and Mapping Services The City of Keene’s GIS (KGIS) staff supports a wide range of City processes and functions, including monthly support for the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) […]
Land Development Code
Land Development Code City of Keene Land Development Code (Amended May 2024) The Keene Land Development Code (LDC) is Chapter 100 of the City Code of Ordinances and contains most local […]
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Federal Emergency Management Agency Did you know that flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster that happens in the State of New Hampshire? This portion of our website […]
FAQ & Seasonal Info
FAQ’s & Seasonal Info Below is a list of our most common questions asked. If after reviewing, you still have questions, please feel free to give us a call at […]
Community Development
Administrative Decisions If you have any questions, please reach out to the Community Development Department at 603-352-5440 or communitydevelopment@keenenh.gov. Administrative Planning Decision – 216 Marlboro St Administrative Planning Decision – […]