From permitting requirements for home improvement projects and tips on how to live in a more sustainable manner, to the municipal-type services available for Devens residents, this page contains a wealth of resources for Devens Residents.

• Devens Enterprise Commission Office Hours
  

As of June 23, 2021 the Devens Enterprise Commission office is currently open by appointment. Please call or email to arrange a drop off or pick up. Click here for additional information.

• Devens Public Transportation
  Montachusett Regional Transit Authority (MART) provides regular shuttle service from Devens to transit and medical facilities in Boston and Fitchburg during weekdays. The MBTA has also recently increased service along the Fitchburg Line Commuter Rail through the Devens region. Follow this link, Devens Schedule for the detailed schedule.
• Get Your Flu Vaccine Now!
  The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health are hosting a number of local flu clinics throughout October which Devens residents and employees can take advantage of. On-line registration is available for each location. Click here for more information.
• Get Your COVID-19 Vaccination today — it's free!
  Those wishing to schedule an appointment for a vaccination can visit https://vaxfinder.mass.gov/.
• Devens COVID-19 Public Health Announcements:
  

– January 3, 2022 Update: Mask advisory remains in effect (see below). The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health has all the latest information on COVID-19 and contact tracing for Devens and the surrounding region, including COVID-19 local booster clinics: www.nashoba.org. Vaccines continue to be effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalizations, and death. The recent emergence of Omicron further emphasizes the importance of vaccination and boosters so it is important for everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated, follow CDC, State, and local Health Department Guidelines to protect ourselves, loved ones, and our most vulnerable populations.
– Mask advisory — December 21, 2021. Department of Public Health now advises that all residents, regardless of vaccination status, wear a mask or face covering when indoors (and not in your own home). Read the full advisory here.
– June 1, 2021 Update
– COVID19 Updates Archive


• Devens PFAS Updates
  

The Army publishes updates regarding their ongoing environmental remediation and PFAS investigations at the former Fort Devens to help keep stakeholders and the local community updated on the status of the Army's work. Visit their website for more details
– Final Community Involvement Plan (CIP) — November 2020
– PFAS Private Well Testing Fact Sheet — November 2020
– Project Status Update September 2020


• Devens Mosquito Management Updates 2022
  Devens Continues to participate in the Central MA Mosquito Control Program. A list of the Mosquito Control Board 2022 Commission meeting dates is available here. All meetings are open to the public.
• Wildlife Sightings in Devens — Safety Tips for Businesses and Residents
  

  With over 1,400 acres of permanently protected open space, Devens is home to a diversity of wildlife. It is not unusual to see animals such as black bears and coyotes. Learn how you can protect your property, yourself, and your loved ones from these and more at: www.mass.gov/learn-about-wildlife.
  Download facts sheets for bears and coyotes.

• Nashoba Associated Boards of Health Winter 2019-2020 Newsletter
  

Read about tips for staying healthy this holiday season and clinic schedules for the Devens region. All events and clinics are open to Devens residents and businesses.

• Yard Waste and Recycling to Protect Water Quality in Devens
  

Devens offers residents and businesses many resources to properly manage and dispose of yard wastes and other recyclable materials to protect the natural environment. Check out our latest publication here.

• Army Noise Reports
  

  The Army periodically undertakes military training exercises on the South Post that involve ammunitions and explosives. In an effort to inform local residents and businesses, the Army provides monthly updates on the anticipated activity. Download the most recent noise report here. Any questions or concerns can be directed to the Department of Defense Police at 978.796.3333.

• Devens Municipal Services
  Follow this link for information regarding municipal services and local resources for Devens residents and businesses.

• General Provisions, Police, Fire and Traffic
  Details for on-street parking, traffic control, police, fire, animal control and other community matters that are enforced by MassDevelopment.
• Devens Recreation Schedule
• Frequently Asked Questions
  – For Homeowners
  
• Historic District Residential Design Standards and Guidelines – to assist in planning and executing rehabilitation work on buildings located within the Architectural Protection Districts.
  – Auman Street Tree Replacement Planting Program:
     Existing Street Tree Index Map
     Existing Street Tree Evaluation Data
     Proposed Replacement Plantings
  – Homeowners Association Referral Form 2010
  – Developer Information Guide
  – Historic District Project Notification Form
  – Guide to Window Replacement in the Historic District
• “Living Green:” Resources for Devens Residents and Businesses
  – Pick up after your pets to protect water quality
  – Creating a Healthy Yard
  – Infill Redevelopment and Brownfields
  – Light and Noise Pollution
  – Nonpoint Source Pollution & What You Can Do to Prevent It
  – Invasive plants in Devens: Autumn Olive and Bittersweet in Devens.
  – Learn more about invasive plants and management.
  – Native plant species for biodiversity in Devens.
  – SAVE WATER! Residential & Commercial Water Use.
  – Devens Regional Household Hazardous Products Collection Center
  – Recycling Guidance for Devens Businesses and Residents
  – Composting in your Backyard
  – The Benefits of Street Trees
  – Tips for Greening Your Historic Home
  – Devens Low-Impact Development Case Study 2010
– Resources on Food Safety and How to Eat Healthy.

• General Information for All Devens Residents
  – Voter Registration Information:
  Although Devens is not governed by the towns of Ayer, Harvard or Shirley, these Towns do provide some services to Devens Residents. If your home is located within the former town boundaries of Ayer or Harvard, you can contact the Ayer or Harvard Town Clerks office for details on voter registration, marriage licenses follow this link for contact information for the Ayer and Harvard Town Clerks offices. Not sure which former town boundary your home is located within? View this map of Devens.
  – Devens Educational Advisory Committee
  – Devens Schools
  – Private Social Network for Devens Residents
  – Devens Homeowners Association Rules and Regulations*
  – Devens Condominium Association Rules and Regulations*
  – Freedom Green Condominium Association Rules*
  – Information on the former military use of the Grant Road housing area
  *These Rules and Regulations and enforced by the Associations and not the Devens Enterprise Commission. Please contact Brett Fay of Alpine Property Management at 978.371.9090 for questions or additional information.
  
• Devens By-Laws
  Go to the Table of Contents for links to chapters and subsections, or use the search function to locate specific information quickly.
• DEC Rules and Regulations
  Go to the Table of Contents for links to chapters and subsections, or use the search function to locate specific information quickly.