The Board discussed a minor modification request for 11 Lewis Street, specifically the naming of a new private way as 'Andover Town Yard Way,' which was approved. Representatives from Barrett Planning Group LLC presented findings on an industrial zoning district study, and the Board agreed to a phased approach to updating zoning, beginning with the River Road corridor. Updates were provided on the Old Town Yard and Essex Street projects, including property sale timelines and infrastructure negotiations. Additionally, the Board conducted an election of officers.
May 26, 2026
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The board discussed Special Town Meeting Article 1 regarding the Chandler Road Recreation Area and voted to recommend its approval. Additionally, the board adjusted its summer meeting schedule. Public meetings and hearings were continued for 24 & 30 Dale Street, 18 Buttonwood Drive, and 100 River Road. Staff provided updates on several initiatives, including the Route 133 Corridor Public Enhancement Project, the disposition of the Old Town Yard, and the development of visual design guidelines for historic districts. For 100 River Road, the board reviewed revised plans concerning stormwater systems, lighting, and an increased allocation of retail space on the ground floor.
May 12, 2026·Board meeting
Andover Planning Board Minutes
The meeting included several public hearings and discussions. The Board continued public hearings for the 100 River Road site plan, 24 and 30 Dale Street multifamily development, and 18 Buttonwood Drive stormwater management. Discussions covered the Route 133 Corridor Improvement Project, an update on redevelopment projects, the upcoming Special Town Meeting, and various multimodal planning initiatives. The Board also discussed the election of officers and administrative updates related to departmental reviews and community programming.
May 4, 2026·Board meeting
Public Arts Commission Meeting
The Commission conducted an election for leadership positions, resulting in the appointment of a Chair and a Clerk. Members reviewed insights from a previous meeting regarding public art registries and discussed potential initiatives, including smaller public art projects, community feedback strategies, and funding models. Working groups were established to identify project locations, engage the community, visit other cities to assess their public art programs, and develop a commission logo. Additionally, the commission addressed the need for an official presence on the town website.
