Welcome to Nashua re-CODE

Join us for Code Week! May 6-10

Nashua is your city, and Code Week is your chance to help shape its future. With information and discussion events planned for residents of all ages, it’s an opportunity you and your family won’t want to miss.

If you can’t make it to any of the workshops, drop into our studio at Hunt Memorial Library any time Mon-Fri 9 am - 6 pm.

  • Code Week Kick-off Workshop

    Join us as we dive into exploring zoning districts, identifying building types, and defining transformational areas for our city's development. Let's collaborate and shape the future together!

    • Monday May 6, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Doors Open at 6:30 pm

    • Location: 3rd Floor Auditorium, City Hall

  • Workshop 1: Commercial Redevelopment

    Join us in this session to learn about targeted redevelopment strategies and neighborhood revitalization plans. We will explore proposed zoning districts and development concepts aimed at creating walkable mixed-use neighborhoods. Let's envision the future of our city together!

    • Tuesday May 7, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

    • Location: Hunt Memorial Library

  • Workshop 2: Enhancing Housing Options

    Join us for an informative session on enhancing housing options in Nashua. In this session we will discuss how we can encourage housing for all through innovative zoning approaches. We’ll explore amendment options to the City’s accessory dwelling units and Inclusionary Zoning policies. Let's shape a more inclusive and sustainable housing future for Nashua together!

    • Tuesday May 7, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    • Location: Nashua Public Library Theater

  • Workshop 3: Redeveloping Downtown

    In this event, we'll delve into the revitalization of Downtown by exploring various redevelopment incentives and regulatory tools. By examining examples of undesirable development elsewhere, we'll collectively strategize on preventing similar pitfalls and fostering sustainable growth in our urban center.

    • Wednesday May 8th, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

    • Location: Hunt Memorial Library

  • Workshop 4: Redeveloping Post-Industrial Areas

    Join us as we delve into the future of post-industrial areas within our city, identifying which zones should remain industrial and which should transition into vibrant walkable neighborhoods.

    • Wednesday May 8th, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    • Location: Hunt Memorial Library

  • Closing Presentation + Code Party

    Zoning is FUN! After a week of co-creating Nashua’s new zoning code, we’ll be presenting a new zoning map, draft codes, and key policy moves that will move Nashua towards its community development goals.  You’ll find code sheets hung up on the walls, and plenty of red pens to offer constructive feedback. Team members including city staff will be available to answer your questions and hear your comments and concerns. 

    • Friday May 10th, 2024, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Doors Open at 6:30 pm

    • Location: MakeIt Labs

Vision Week Gallery

Tree Streets Vision Week Gallery

Amherst Street Vision Week Gallery

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The purpose of Nashua re-CODE is to update the City’s Zoning Ordinances to support the vision outlined in Imagine Nashua. To learn more about the project, visit the about page.

  • While most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about zoning codes, citizen input is critical to ensure that zoning codes reflect their views.

    City codes are developed to accomplish two very important objectives. First, codes must be deliberately designed to define the vision of what kind of growth communities want. Second, codes must provide clear, equitable guidance for development — paving the way for investors to propose and create neighborhood assets that make sustainable economic sense.

    Once city codes are adopted they have lasting impacts to neighborhoods. Because of their longevity, it’s absolutely critical that they effectively reflect the community’s vision for the future. Code Week enables residents to express their concerns and aspirations for their neighborhood, ensuring that they’re reflected in the codes that will control development for decades to come.

  • The best way to get involved is to join us during Code Week May 6-10. If you can’t make it to the kick-off workshop on May 6 at 7 PM, we will have an open studio set up in Hunt Memorial Library that you can drop-in to any time Mon-Fri from 9 AM - 6PM.

    To learn more about how to get involved click here.

  • During Vision Week several sessions were held to gather community input on what residents envisioned for the future of Nashua. We heard some of your big ideas for the future, learned what places people love, and learned what places might need a little love as well. To see content from the final presentation and gallery walk click here.

About Nashua re-CODE

Nashua re-CODE is a pivotal initiative that is set to transform the future of our City.

Building upon the vision outlined in Imagine Nashua, and guided by a commitment to a diverse and forward-thinking community, the City is embarking on a journey to redefine its zoning ordinances and land use policies.

Nashua is your city. You know the strengths and shortcomings of your neighborhood. You know what you want for yourself and your family. And you care about the impacts that will shape Nashua’s future. Your participation will help preserve the things you love about Nashua today, and will help build the Nashua you hope to see in the future.

To learn more about Nashua re-CODE visit the about page