A petition by National Grid and Verizon seeks permission to install a new joint utility pole on Highland Street to serve a nearby development, with wiring and underground laterals planned. The Amesbury DPW supports the location pending confirmation of no conflicts with other utilities and adherence to ROW safety and maintenance rules. Public notice and a hearing are part of the process.
The City is reviewing a petition from National Grid and Verizon to locate a new joint utility pole on Highland Street (near Hillside Avenue) to support a development project at 66 Highland Street. The plan WR#30531939 indicates a pole (P# 13-50) on the north side of the road near 62 Highland Street and includes the installation of wires and necessary fixtures. The Amesbury Department of Public Works has no major concerns but requests verification that the proposed pole location does not conflict with other utilities within the city right of way, and that Dig Safe procedures are followed before installation. The DPW also stresses installing within the right of way and keeping space from the edge of pavement for snow storage, avoiding placement in the paved roadway or sidewalk where possible, and informing the City’s DPW and Water/Sewer Departments prior to any work. The petition also seeks permission to lay underground laterals for distribution and requires reserving space on the pole for municipal wires. A public hearing and related certificates of location are part of the process.