Conservation

Government · Conservation

Newburyport Conservation Commission issues two orders, continues three waterfront hearings

NEWBURYPORT -- March 17, 2026, Newburyport Conservation Commission advances six waterfront cases in a lengthy March 17 session. The commission voted unanimously to issue a certificate of compliance for 20 Henry Graf Road, closing out

Townbrief reporting · Mar 17

Government · Conservation

Newburyport Conservation Commission Approves Alum Treatment for Cyanobacteria-Plagued Artichoke Reservoir

Newburyport Conservation Commission unanimously approves alum treatment for city's cyanobacteria-plagued drinking water reservoirs.

Townbrief reporting · Mar 3

Government · Conservation

Newburyport Commission Continues Plum Island Sauna Hearing, Demands Flood-Zone Proof

Newburyport Conservation Commission continued a Plum Island sauna case and demanded mobility documentation before issuing any determination.

Townbrief reporting · Feb 17

Government · Conservation

Newburyport Conservation Commission Delays Plum Island Deck Ruling to March 3

Newburyport's Conservation Commission postponed a decision on a contested Plum Island coastal project to March 3, citing unresolved legal questions and a quorum shortage.

Townbrief reporting · Feb 3

Government · Conservation

Newburyport Conservation Commission sets January deadline for unpermitted Plum Island sauna

Newburyport Conservation Commission sets end-of-January filing deadline for unpermitted Plum Island sauna business.

Townbrief reporting · Jan 20

Government · Conservation

Conservation Commission Issues Partial Certificate for Sports Medicine North Building

Newburyport Conservation Commission issues partial compliance certificate and approves battery storage project at January 6 meeting.

Townbrief reporting · Jan 6