Companies locating to Devens can take advantage of easy approvals, ready-to-build sites, and a wide range of unprecedented cost savings and economic benefits. The entire 4,400 acre site is managed by MassDevelopment, the economic development authority responsible for stimulating economic investment throughout Massachusetts.

• 75-day permitting process
• Competitively priced land
• Commercial infrastructure (advanced telecommunications, water and wastewater treatment, electricity and natural gas)
• Financing and tax incentives
• High quality of life with available housing, education and recreational facilities.

Utilities

Low utility rates and reliable uninterrupted service are keys to business success. The Utilities Division at Devens continues to pursue programs aimed at increasing energy supply, reliability and efficiency while limiting costs. Electricity, natural gas, water and sewer services are provided to the entire Devens community. The Utilities Division also provides pole and conduit access for telecommunications and cable television and antennae siting for wireless communications.

Download Forms (pdfs)

• Customer Information Guide
• Current Utility Rates (effective January 1, 2012)
• Request for Utility Services Form
• Discontinuation of Utility Services Form
• Water-Use Restriction Letter
• 2010 Water Quality Report
• Terms and Conditions

Sustainability

The Devens Eco-Efficiency Center is a non-profit entity with a mission to help area businesses reduce operating costs, make more efficient use of resources and minimize environmental impacts. Its programs and services include:

• Workshops - feature strategies to improve environmental performance, reduce pollution and waste.
• EHS Roundtable - learning and networking forum for environmental, health and safety professionals.
• Walk-through Review - identifies, prioritizes opportunities to conserve resources and eliminate waste.
• Energy Efficiency - employee engagement, conservation tactics, facility audits, and benchmarking.
• Recycling - establishment of separation programs, from paper to single stream to organics.
• The Great Exchange - repurposes reusable waste streams and unwanted items.
• EcoStar - members receive dedicated assistance, opportunity to earn green business designation.

To learn more about the Devens Eco-Efficiency Center and its award-winning programs, visit www.ecostardevens.com.

Business Amenities

At Devens, a great location means more than just an address. Businesses locating to Devens have access to an available workforce, modern transportation routes, first-class amenities and more.

• On-site lodging with SpringHill Suites by Marriott and Hilton Garden Inn
• New town center offering a variety of services
• Full service conference facility
• Easy access to major highways, airports and public transportation
• 18-hole championship Red Tail Golf Club