Dover housing committee presents final report, findings to City Council

posted on 7/30/2025

The Ad-Hoc Committee to Address Community Housing Needs presented its final report to the City Council on July 23 during the mayor’s report portion of the regular meeting.

Krysta Gingue, a member of the committee, led the presentation, which outlined short- and long-term recommendations for addressing Dover’s housing challenges through 2035. The report emphasizes increasing affordable and workforce housing, revising zoning policies, investing in vulnerable populations, and establishing a permanent housing commission.

The full report, summary of recommendations, and presentation are available at on the committee's webpage, www.dover.nh.gov/government/boards-and-commissions/city-council/community-housing-needs-committee.

The committee was formed in 2023 and tasked with gathering community feedback and analyzing housing data. Its work included resident surveys, visual preference studies, and outreach about accessory dwelling units and financial programs.

The committee's recommendations include adopting inclusionary zoning, reducing lot size requirements, expanding shelter options, encouraging employer-assisted housing, and promoting adaptive reuse and mixed-income developments. The group also recommends launching citywide education campaigns and creating partnerships with local organizations and businesses to expand access to housing.

“Our vision is that all members of our community have access to stable and affordable housing, supporting economic growth and social well-being,” the report states.