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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.

Source: CNN/Money and America's Promise Alliance
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.

Latest news

Organic turf contract before City Council

posted on 4/21/2025
The City Council will consider awarding a contract for organic turf treatment and mowing services at its Wednesday, April 23, 2025 meeting.
City staff recommend the council award the contract to RAD, LLC of Scarborough, Maine for $177,019 to handle the treatment and mowing services at 14 city locations that total more than 23 acres.
RAD is an accredited organic land care professional, per the terms of the Northeast Organic Farming Association, and will utilize products that meet compliance with the Organic Materials Review Institute, according to the council’s agenda materials.
Also on the agenda:...more
Planning Board OKs block grant proposals

posted on 4/18/2025
At its April 8 meeting, the Planning Board heard a presentation from Community Development Planner Dave Carpenter on the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, including the proposed FY26–FY30 Consolidated Plan, FY26 Action Plan, and FY26 CDBG funding allocations. The Planning Board voted to endorse the plans and funding recommendations, forwarding them to the City Council for final approval.
The City of Dover receives annual CDBG funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These funds support a wide range of community development activities aimed at revitalizing neighborhoods, promoting economic development, and enhancing community facilities and services for lower-income residents.
Through the CDBG program, the City distributes funding to local organizations, programs, and projects that best address community-identified needs. The Consolidated Plan guides this work by assessing affordable housing and community development needs, evaluating market conditions, and supporting data-driven, place-based investment decisions that benefit Dover’s most vulnerable populations....more

On the Agenda: Planning Board, 4/22/2025

In this video, Director of Planning and Community Development Donna Benton reviews what's on the agenda at the next Planning Board meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

posted on: 4/17/2025

Waterfront Committee meeting, 4/15/2025

The regular meeting of the Cochecho Waterfront Development Advisory Committee on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

posted on: 4/16/2025

School Board meeting, 4/14/2025

The regular meeting of the Dover School Board on Monday, April 14, 2025.

posted on: 4/15/2025

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