Planning and Economic Development

The Shrewsbury Planning and Economic Development Department provides guidance, coordination and advisory planning services to the Town.  Our focus is on (but not limited to) land use, planning, zoning, economic development, affordable housing, open space and land preservation.
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Shrewsbury Achieves Housing Choice Designation!


Shrewsbury's Small Business and Nonprofit Grant Program

A second round of funding for eligible small businesses and nonprofits is open through June 24th to assist in the recovery from the unique challenges that were created by the COVID-19 pandemic. 
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Shrewsbury Announces New Outdoor Dining Rules and Regulations

Shrewsbury Achieves Platinum BioReady Status!

Working with Town departments, boards, committees and community organizations, our office helps develop policies, program initiatives and recommended zoning provisions to guide the future development of our community in alignment with our Master Plan.

2022 Annual Town Meeting
Proposed Zoning Articles

Article 30 Motion Section IV - Continuance of Existing Uses

Article 31 Motion Section VII.F.3.a - Slopes

Article 32 Motion Section II - Clerk_Renumbering

Article 33 Motion Section VII.L - Common Driveways

Article 34 Motion Section VII.D.3.d - Industrial Screening

Zoning Documents

  1. Zoning Bylaws October 18, 2021
  2. Zoning Map May 22, 2021

Planning Reports

  1. Community Branding & Wayfinding Project 2019-2020
  2. Town Center Visioning Report May 28, 2019
  3. Appendices Town Center Visioning Report May 28, 2019
  4. Shrewsbury Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Report June 2018
  5. Shrewsbury 2018 Town Center Parking Report
  6. Shrewsbury 2016 Master Plan
  7. Shrewsbury Open Space and Recreation Final Approved Plan

Economic Development Reports

  1. Local Rapid Recovery Plan Final Report October 2021
  2. 495/MetroWest Partnership Report
  3. Active Residential Development Updated January 17, 2019
  4. Shrewsbury 2022 Vacant or Developable Commercial and Industrial Land
  5. Shrewsbury 2022 Existing Space for Lease or Sale

Development Guides

  1. Process for Acceptance of Developer’s Streets as Public Ways Annual Town Meeting in May
  2. Town of Shrewsbury Business Guide (Published 01/11/2021)

Planning News, Projects and Events

SELCO Announces New Commercial Landscaping Equipment Rebate Program!
CLICK HERE to view the Press Release

Shrewsbury businesses and municipal departments can now receive rebates up to $3,000 per year for select battery powered landscaping equipment. Please see the attached press release for program more information or visit www.SELCOBusiness.com/landscaping

                                                                             

SELCO Announces Commercial Electric Vehicle Charger Rebate Program!
CLICK HERE to view the Press Release

Up to $5,000 per location for installation of EV chargers by Shrewsbury Businesses

Benefits of having a public charging station located at your business include:

  • Strengthening your brand image
  • Positioning your company as progressive and innovative
  • Supporting your corporate sustainability goals
  • Using workplace charging as an added employee perk
  • Creating a destination for your customers

More info on the MassEVIP program can be found on Mass.gov

                                                                             

SELCO Announces Commercial Fleet Electric Vehicle Rebate Program!
CLICK HERE to view the Press Release

SELCO Commercial, General Service (GS), and Municipal customers can get incentives for new or used (model year 2017 and newer) Battery Electric (BEV) or Plug-in Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The rebates include a fixed/flat amount, plus an amount based on usable battery size. Typical rebates for BEVs are $1,300-$1,800 and around $450 for PHEVs.

Additional Resources

Economic-Development
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GIS Property Viewer
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  1. Small Business Grant Assistance Plan

    The Planning and Economic Development Department is excited to open a second round of funding for Shrewsbury’s Small Business AND Nonprofit Grant Program through Friday, June 24, 2022! Read on...

  2. Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission Survey

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