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The City of Dover, NH is a great place to live, work, and play. Dover is conveniently located in the seacoast area of New Hampshire. Settled in 1623, Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and the 7th oldest in the United States.
The City of Dover, NHis ranked one of the top 100 communities in the United States and one of the nation's top communities for young people.

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The City of Dover, NHboasts superior municipal services, an exceptional school system, outstanding parks and recreation services, and numerous cultural destinations and events.
The City of Dover, NHis the fastest-growing city in New Hampshire.

Source: U.S. Census
The City of Dover, NHis home to a vibrant and thriving business community.

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Central Avenue water main replacement before Council Wednesday

posted on 1/12/2026
The City Council will consider awarding a $7,375,450 bid for the upgrade of a critical water main along Central Avenue at its first regular meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 14.
The new water main would replace the current 1888-vintage main from the Garrison Hill storage tank to Central Avenue via Abbey Sawyer Memorial Drive, and then continue south on Central Avenue to Broadway. The project cost would be offset by $4.3 million in grants. The Council will also consider an accompanying resolution to authorize construction oversight for $434,900.
Also on the agenda is a resolution that would authorize up to $60,000 to match donations for the 9/11 Memorial planned for the Cochecho Courtyards downtown. This topic was discussed at the City Council’s Jan. 7 workshop.
The Council will also consider:...more
Planning Board to review, potentially adopt draft Land Use Analysis Master Plan chapter update

posted on 1/12/2026
The Planning Board will review and potentially adopt the updated Land Use Analysis Chapter of the city’s Master Plan at its meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13. The Planning Board will receive a presentation on the chapter update, hold a public hearing, and provide final feedback before considering its adoption.
Throughout 2025, the Planning Department, in collaboration with a project Steering Committee and consultant Resilience Planning & Design, developed the chapter update for the Planning Board’s consideration. Last adopted in 2015, the chapter serves as a roadmap to guide Dover’s growth over the next decade in ways that reflect community values.
Dover is a growing city, encompassing nearly 17,000 acres of land, with a mix of historic downtown areas, emerging mixed-use districts, surrounding neighborhoods, large tracts of open space, and conserved land. The update examines current land use trends, community input, and development pressures facing Dover, and outlines a future land use strategy, map, and action items to support livability, economic resilience, and environmental stewardship.
Residents are encouraged to review the draft chapter and provide feedback at the public hearing. Feedback and questions about the chapter update can also be emailed to City Planner Erin Bassegio or by calling the Planning Department at 603-516-6008....more