What should I expect at a public hearing?

At the first hearing the applicant will present plans and explain what is being proposed. Following the presentation the Board will read comments it has received into the record and the Board will ask questions. Then there will be an opportunity for those in the audience to ask questions or offer opinions. Comments may also be submitted in writing. The hearing may be closed or continued to a later date. Continued hearings may take several meetings in the future, depending on the complexity of the project.