The Planning Office plans and guides inclusive growth in our City — creating opportunities for everyone to live, work and connect.
We're committed to making Newport the most attractive community in New England to live, work and raise a family.
The 2020 North End Urban Plan strives to lay the foundation for smart, equitable growth in the City's North End. Read the report here
We're rethinking how people get around Newport. Click here to learn more about the City's first Transportation Master Plan and let's Keep Newport Moving!
Being a flood safe community means protecting our community and saving homeowners on flood insurance.
Click here to search and download copies of relevant maps & plans
We partnered with Federal, State and private partners to transform a historic school building into a hub for entrepreneurs. Learn more here.
Download a copy of the City's guiding planning document, the Comprehensive Plan
The volunteer members of the Newport Planning Board are responsible for ensuring that developments and other building projects fit within the City's long-term comprehensive plan.
With the largest collection of colonial homes in the United States, Newport truly lives in its history. Caring for these historic properties is a community effort.
The Department of Planning and Economic Development administers the City's CDBG program. A video of the first public hearing for the 2019 program year is available here.
North End Urban Plan Released
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City Leading the Way in Historic & Resilient Preservation
Pell Bridge Ramp Realignment