Community Development

Department Responsibilities

The Community Development Department has the responsibility of managing all land use applications in the Town of Hudson. Included in these responsibilities are Building, Health, Planning, and Zoning functions. The Department is responsible for issuance of all building, electrical, plumbing, health, and zoning permits. Additionally, the department administers and interprets the Zoning Ordinances and provides staff assistance to the Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment.

The Community Development Department will provide assistance to both business and residential community members related to land use and economic development. They respond to inquiries from residents with regard to building, health, environmental, planning and zoning issues. Also the Community Development Department will encourage business growth by providing valuable information to both new and existing businesses who would like to either locate or expand in Hudson.

The Building Inspector/Health Officer is responsible for the issuance of all building, electrical, plumbing, septic system, and health permits. The Building Inspector/Health Officer is also responsible for the inspection of day care centers, asbestos sites, foster care inspections, food service establishments and inspections regarding environmental concerns as well as dwelling units which may be in violation of the minimum state health/housing codes. The Building Inspector/Health Officer also has the responsibility of inspecting septic systems during construction. The Building Inspector/Health Officer is also responsible for Town approval of septic system designs prior to the State Department of Environmental Services.

Code Enforcement is a priority and responsibility within the Community Development Department. They strive to uphold all regulations set forth in the Hudson Zoning Ordinance and building codes. Residents are encouraged to comply with local land use codes which in turn will compliment our code enforcement efforts.The Community Development Department team is here to advance the Town of Hudson as we continue through the early years of the 21st Century. If there are issues that they can assist the public with please feel free to contact their office.

The Community Development Department is located in Town Hall and encourages residents and business owners to contact us with any concerns or questions related to Community Development.The Town Planner is John Cashell. John is responsible for providing staff assistance to the Planning Board and general public. He coordinates development plans for the Planning Board and attends Planning Board meetings which are held on the first, second and fourth Wednesday's of each month.