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The city's Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a request for a new bank drive-thru, citing safety concerns.

The project at 134 Pleasant Street includes 55 co-living units, three studio apartments, and a Kennebunk Savings bank.

Board members argued a drive-thru goes against the city's goal of creating a walkable, pedestrian-friendly downtown.

PORTSMOUTH — A major redevelopment project by Mark McNabb hit a snag when a city board rejected a variance request for a proposed drive-thru at the new Kennebunk Savings bank facility proposed for the site.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment denied the only variance requested for the 134 Pleasant St. project, which would replace the existing Citizens Bank. The development plan calls for 55 co-living housing units , three studio

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