approve2026-052
move to approve 2026-052 as presented and in accordance with the memo from the dpw director
2026-052 · LICENSE · INFRASTRUCTURE · 2026
ORDER FOR JOINT OR IDENTICAL POLE LOCATIONS
This order authorizes National Grid and Verizon to locate and relocate a joint pole on Dark Lane in Amesbury, replacing a deteriorated pole hit by cars and across from Elm Street pole 52. It also allows underground laterals and reserves space for municipal wires, with construction to meet specified standards.
approved NEIGHBORHOOD
- STEP 1SubmittedAPR 14 2026
- STEP 2 · CURRENTApprovedAPR 14 2026
AI summary · plain-language
The City of Amesbury approves the petition from Massachusetts Electric Company d/b/a National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. for joint or identical pole locations on the public way along Dark Lane, including relocation of a pole approximately 85 feet northeast of existing Elm Street pole 52 and installation of a new pole across the street. The order authorizes the erection and maintenance of poles and wires, as well as underground distribution connections, and requires poles to be timber and installed at least 20 feet above ground. It also reserves space on each pole for municipal wires and mandates compliance with the attached plan. A public hearing was held, and the order is granted under the stated conditions.
Key provisions
§1 Grants joint or identical locations to erect and maintain poles and wires in Dark Lane as petitioned.
§2 Relocates one pole on Dark Lane ~85 feet northeast of Elm Street pole 52; new pole across street.
§3 Pole height not less than 20 feet above ground.
§4 Underground laterals, cables, and wires may be laid; reserve space on each pole for municipal wires (one cross-arm).
Discussed at meetings
City CouncilCity Council Meeting
City Council**CANCELLED** City Council Meeting
2026-0522026-052 National Grid Pole Hearing - Dark Lane