Summary
Three of the night's approvals use Keene's newer Cottage Court rules to add housing: two Habitat for Humanity homes on Grove Street, a 14-unit townhouse project near Elm/Carroll, and a starter home on George Street. The board noted the city changed its code specifically to allow this kind of gentle density.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Affordable units come at below-market cost through Habitat; the George Street homes aim to stay at an affordable market rate.
First-time homebuyers and moderate-income families gain new ownership opportunities.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Municipal Services, Facilities and Infrastructure Committee - Oct 21, 2026
The city accepted the Cottage Court's water and sewer mains as public infrastructure on October 1, and now needs a permanent easement to maintain them. The road and drainage stay private. Recommended unanimously.
Planning Board - May 26, 2026
Three of the night's approvals use Keene's newer Cottage Court rules to add housing: two Habitat for Humanity homes on Grove Street, a 14-unit townhouse project near Elm/Carroll, and a starter home on George Street. The board noted the city changed its code specifically to allow this kind of gentle density.
Related development
PB-26-10 — Habitat for Humanity Duplex
Two affordable homes replace a 95%-paved lot, cutting impervious surface to about 60% and adding green space on a corner vacant for nearly 40 years.
PB-26-13 — George St. Cottage Court
Adds a starter home on an existing single-family lot with no new driveways or street access — minimal neighborhood impact.
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