Planning Projects & Studies (including Current Master Plan)

The Seekonk Bikeway

The proposed Seekonk Bikeway is intended to be a townwide system of linked bike routes, loops and paths. Further analysis, particularly regarding public safety, both for motorists and cyclists will be required and is anticipated as the process moves forward.

View the Seekonk Bikeway Initiative (PDF).

2012 Master Plan

The Planning Board recently adopted the 2012 version of the Master Plan. This document is comprised of three volumes, Volume 1 - Baseline Report (PDF), Volume 2 - Issues, Goals, and Recommendations (PDF), and Volume 3 - Implementation Guide (PDF). The Board is currently examining in detail the Implementation Guide in hopes of accomplishing the recommended action items.  

Luther's Corners Village Parking & Traffic Circulation Study

A study was recently completed for Luther's Corners, which analyzed parking and traffic circulation. Many good recommendations, based on observed conditions, have been made, which will look to improve the village. Please view the Parking and Traffic Circulation Study (PDF). The State has approved the project and funding and is to be completed in 2017. The key points of the plan are as follows:

  • Designate left-hand turn only lanes with associated signals for both approaches on Fall River Ave and eastbound on County St (coming up the hill out of E. Prov).
  • Create high visibility cross-walks and pedestrian count-down timers at the intersection as well as raised cross-walks at the entrances to the Village along Fall River Ave (in front of the Seekonk Congregational Church and at Smith St)
  • Create a refuge lane for drivers turning into the Dunkin Donuts and gas station, which will remove the conflict of that movement with drivers continuing north on Fall River Ave
  • Install streetscape improvements, which will include street trees and ornamental lighting.

Permitting Guide

The Planning Board has recently adopted a Commercial/Residential Permitting Guide. This comprehensive guide has been prepared to help you with your development. It is not intended to be a legal guide, but to assist you in beginning the permitting process. Each municipal department controls local licenses and permits. This guide is intended to assist the business owner/developer to research what is allowed and to what extent; which licenses and/or permits will be needed; as well as provide important department and contact information. View the Business Guide (PDF).

Housing Production Plan

The Town has completed the final draft of the Housing Production Plan. This document outlines the town's housing needs and strategies for addressing them. The Planning Board has adopted the Plan. Adoption by Board of Selectmen will be required prior to being submitted to the State.

  • Seekonk Housing Production Plan Final Draft (PDF)
  • Seekonk Housing Production Plan Summary (PDF)

New HUD data recently released indicating the median household income for a family of four in Seekonk is $74,500. A household of four qualifies for affordable housing if income is 80% of that or $59,600. See HUD website for more details.

Seekonk is served by Pro-Home, Inc, a non-profit organization with a mission to produce affordable housing and prevent foreclosures. Check out their website to learn more.

Census Data

The 2021 Census Data from the U.S. Census Bureau indicates that our population is now estimated to be at 15,568, a .2% increase from the last census in April 2020 and a 13.4% increase since April 2010. For more information view the U.S. Census Bureau website.

The American Community Survey (ACS) helps local officials, community leaders, and businesses understand the changes taking place in their communities. It is the premier source for detailed population and housing information about our nation.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (PEP), updated annually.