A Master Plan for Abington, MA

Abington, Massachusetts, is a small town situated twenty miles south of Boston and adjacent to the city of Brockton. It is home to several scenic parks, historic buildings, and a close-knit community. Along with many towns in the region, Abington’s population has been growing over the past several decades and that growth is projected to continue. This trend presents opportunities and challenges as the town looks to the future. How does Abington maintain its character while accommodating new residents? How does it protect its natural resources and develop in a way that promotes town connectedness and cohesiveness? Creating a master plan is an opportunity for the community to answer these questions and form a clear vision for its future. To that end, this document contributes three chapters to Abington’s 2019 Master Plan: Land Use, Natural and Cultural Resources, and Watershed Protection.