approve2026-159
Approve National Grid pole placement on Kimball Road (WR 31172420 / 2026-159) with the customary DPW stipulations.
2026-159 · LICENSE · INFRASTRUCTURE · 2026
PETITION FOR JOINT OR IDENTICAL POLE LOCATIONS
National Grid and Verizon request permission to locate and install a joint utility pole on Kimball Road in Amesbury, with underground laterals possible. DPW has no major concerns but requires coordination and notice before installation, including a hearing.
approved NEIGHBORHOODSPECIFIC PROPERTY
- STEP 1SubmittedOCT 27 2026
- STEP 2 · CURRENTApprovedOCT 27 2026
AI summary · plain-language
National Grid and Verizon New England, Inc. petition the Amesbury City Council for permission to place a single joint utility pole on Kimball Road (Pole 36-50) on the north side of the street, with plans for underground laterals where needed. The Amesbury Department of Public Works has reviewed the plan and found no significant conflicts with existing utilities within the city's right of way, but requests confirmation that no conflicts exist before installation. The petition requires due notice and a hearing as provided by law, and coordination with Dig Safe and City departments (Public Works, Water/Sewer) prior to installation.
Key provisions
§1 Grants permission to National Grid and Verizon to locate and install one joint pole on Kimball Road (Pole 36-50) on the north side.
§2 Authorizes underground laterals, cables, and wires to connect the pole and nearby buildings as needed.
§3 Pole space reserved for municipal fire, police, and telegraph wires.
§4 Subject to due notice and hearing; installation will proceed after coordination with Dig Safe and City departments.
Discussed at meetings
City Council**AMENDED** City Council Meeting