The Pilgrim 1600 Acre Area Plan was accepted by the Town of Plymouth Select Board on August 19th, 2025
About
A Unique Opportunity
The Pilgrim Power Station closed in 2019, creating challenges and opportunities for the town of Plymouth. While its decommissioning is an ongoing process, the Pilgrim Power Station's closure creates new opportunities for conservation, recreation and economic development uses throughout it's extensive 1600 acre site.
The Process
Community Input at Every Step
The Pilgrim 1600 Acre Area Plan was created through the continuous engagement of the Plymouth community. Thank you to the thousands who took the online survey, and participated in the public forums.
Land Use Opportunities
Example Land Use Plan
One of Many Possible Outcomes
This plan shows one possible outcome of development resulting from the recommendations of this report. This mix of residential, commercial and industrial development responds to current market signals, but flexibility should be maintained to respond to future community needs and market demands.
Conservation and Recreation
Creating a network of ecotourism and recreation destinations
The large amount of land proposed for conservation on the Pilgrim 1600 is an opportunity to invest in public recreation and ecotourism amenities that improve the Plymouth quality of life. With a hotel or hospitality feature, recreational amenities, and small scale retailing opportunities, this area can generate revenue that helps to offset long term maintenance costs.
These fifteen actions are recommended to the Town of Plymouth as a way to ensure that the future development of this privately owned property aligns with community interests, is fiscally responsible, and supports town goals.
Please review the Draft Pilgrim 1600 Acre Area Plan and Tell Us What you Think.
Your comments will be recorded and shared with the Town of Plymouth prior to finalization of the plan.
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