Planning & Economic Development

The Planning Division is responsible for ensuring the orderly growth and development of the Town through sound planning practices and through the implementation of the recommendations of the Master Plan.

Andover Complete Streets Logo

The Town of Andover is developing an Active Transportation Plan and Complete Streets Prioritization Plan with the goal of providing safe and accessible options for all travel modes for people of all ages and abilities. Please use this link to learn more and share your feedback by accessing the public comment dashboard and survey.

Complete Streets


Help Shape Andover's Multifamily Housing Zone


The Town of Andover seeks assistance in shaping an MBTA Zoning District that not only complies with the MBTA Law, but also reflects the resident's vision for multifamily housing. Please use this link to access the public comment map. To learn more about MBTA Multifamily Zoning, click here. To learn about the Andover MBTA Communities Working Group and view upcoming meetings and events, click here.

MBTA Housing Public Comment


andover comprehensive plan 2023


The Plan looks 10+ years into the future and takes a broad view of the community and presents Goals and Objectives related to Land Use, Economic Development, Housing, Open Space, Transportation, Cultural and Historic Resources, Municipal Services and other growth related categories. Click here for more details.

Comprehensive Plan


Overview of Planning Documents