City of Portland

Planning Board

Defines agriculture and agricultural practices, including tilled land, nurseries, greenhouses and truck gardens, as permitted uses within specified residential zones; allows products produced on the premises to be sold on the premises; allows a single stand of no more than 200 square feet floor area for the sale of agricultural products; permits the parking and storage of agricultural equipment, so long as it is not in the front yard; defines the use of conservation easements over agricultural land; sets forth regulations on the spreading, storage, stockpiling and disposal of manure and fertilizers for agricultural use; regulates the size and proximity of allowed agricultural practices, such as tilled land and grazing areas, in regards to water bodies, coastal wetlands, tributary streams and freshwater wetlands. Provides for seafood processing for human consumption in certain commercial zones and food preparation (i.e. commercial kitchen) in industrial zones (though not for service at those sites). Creates regulation on food waste disposal from packaging/processing facilities. Provides guidelines about food service (restaurant) locations and food processing in waterfront and commercial zones.