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Littleworth Road Development

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Road design is being finalized, with a technical advisory review underway. The developer hopes to receive approval from the Planning Board in late June or early July. and is aiming to begin construction in late summer of 2026.

The proposed Sky Hill (formerly Terra Nova) and Westfield projects aim to transform 185 acres into a massive residential and industrial hub, featuring 800 diverse housing units and 1 million square feet of commercial space. This decade-long master plan seeks to replicate the live-work-play model of Pointe Place, integrating single-family homes, apartments, and a public park alongside a major industrial park.

Why it Matters

This development represents a significant shift in Dover’s urban density and economic base, projected to generate $4.3 million in annual net revenue for the city. Beyond the fiscal impact, the project addresses the regional housing crisis by “sprinkling” approximately 70 affordable units throughout the site and providing a wide spectrum of housing types to support various income levels and life stages.

The Big Picture

By combining high-density residential (Sky Hill) with a massive industrial connector (Westfield), Dover is positioning itself as a primary economic engine in the Seacoast. The project moves the city toward a decentralized village model — reducing the need for cross-town commutes by co-locating jobs, housing, and green space — while testing the city’s ability to manage long-term infrastructure scaling over the next 10 years.

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Residential Unit Breakdown

  • Apartments: 225 units at 900 sqft each.

  • Garden-style Condominiums: 72 units at 1,000 sqft each.

  • Non-Age-Restricted Single-Family: 70 units at 1,600 sqft each.

  • Age-Restricted Single-Family (55+): 50 units at 2,400 sqft each.

  • Townhouses: 50 units at 1,500 sqft each.

  • Walk-ups: 36 units at 1,400 sqft each.

  • Duplexes: 32 units at 1,800 sqft each.

Commercial & Infrastructure Details

  • Industrial/Commercial Park (Westfield): 86-acre site with capacity for 1 million square feet of space.

  • Mixed-Use Space: Approximately 60,000 square feet of commercial space within the residential district.

  • Assisted Living: Plans include a dedicated facility within the Sky Hill parcel.

  • Renewable Energy: Approved 1-megawatt solar facility to support the industrial sector.

  • Revenue Impact: Estimated $4.3 million in net annual revenue for the city after municipal costs.

  • Social Integration: Approximately 70 affordable housing units distributed throughout the development.

  • Public Green Space: A multi-acre public park included on the residential side.