Planning
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Hours of Operation
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
If you plan to stop by to see us, you may wish to call prior to your visit to ensure staff availability.
How to Reach Us
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Description and Responsibilities
The Planning Department consists of a Planning Director, Staff Planner, a Department Assistant, and a six member volunteer Planning Board.
The Department reviews and endorses all Approval Not Required Plans M.G.L. Ch. 41 Sec. 81-L and 81-P, all preliminary and definitive subdivision plans as required by M.G.L. Ch. 41 Sec. 81 - K to 81 - GG and the North Andover Subdivision Rules and Regulations, and various applications for special permits, as authorized by M.G.L. ch.40A and the North Andover Zoning Bylaw.
Our Philosophy
To encourage:
- Planning principals that promote rational, economical and environmentally efficient use of land, to allow North Andover to grow in a manner consistent with the goals of the community;
- The utmost quality development and uses of the land through the application of conscientious regulations;
- Identification and protection of land to maintain open space and the natural features of North Andover’s hillsides, trails, woodlands and scenic vistas;
- Both economic growth and the enhancement of North Andover’s quality of life;
- Safe, efficient, and alternative modes of transportation;
- Identification of land suitable for all types of housing, commercial and industrial development; and
- To reflect the highest ethical and professional standards, and with enduring respect for our customers and the public trust.
Staff Contacts
Name | Title | Phone |
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Director of Planning | (978) 688-9535 | |
Staff Planner | (978) 688-9535 | |
Department Assistant | (978) 688-9535 |