environmental improvements and
community benefits. The visions
for these areas are a central
component of this plan, and
incorporate all topic elements:
land use, housing, economic
development, mobility and transit,
open space and the environment,
and arts and culture.
It is critical that while Nashua
plans for what future development
can look like in the next 20 years,
that the benefits of growth and
change are felt by all members
of the community. This means
that Imagine Nashua policy
recommendations must be
equitable, prioritizing eliminating
barriers to access to resources
and opportunities that community
members need to improve the
quality of their situation. Goals and
actions of this plan must strive to
make Nashua resilient, building
capacity within individuals,
communities, institutions,
businesses and systems to survive,
adapt and grow from the shocks
and stresses they experience.
Finally, any future plan, goal
or action for Nashua must be
committed to adapt to and mitigate
the effects of climate change
through promoting sustainable
development patterns.
Comprehensive Master Plan
Imagine Nashua Plan Topic Areas:
Land Use and Development
Existing conditions and the proposed location, extent,
and intensity of future land use, compatible with
Nashua’s character.
Mobility
Framework for providing adequate local
transportation needs in coordination with regional
and state transportation plans.
Housing
Assessment of local housing conditions and future
needs and recommendations for new housing policies
and programs.
Economic Development
Proposing action to support Nashua’s economic
goals, given its economic strengths and weaknesses
in the region.
Open Space and Environment
Identifying and continuing to protect critical natural
areas and preserve and expanding access to open
space and recreational resources.
Arts and Culture
Leverage arts and culture industries to provide direct
economic benefit to the community and enhance
Nashua’s role as an arts and culture destination.
