Development News for Dover, New Hampshire

Dover City Council Passes Resolution Opposing State Bill on Local Zoning Control

The Dover City Council passed a resolution opposing House Bill 1588, which aims to reduce local control over zoning by potentially removing density limitations for multi-family housing in commercial districts. The council expressed concerns that this state-level bill could undermine local planning efforts, impact commercial viability, and lead to unintended consequences for community character and infrastructure. Despite acknowledging the state's goal of increasing housing availability, the council voted to uphold local decision-making authority on zoning matters.