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Contact Information

Patricia Reynolds, MA ARCH - Director of Planning
& Economic Development 
(401) 845-5450     
Nicholas Armour - Historic Preservation Planner
(401) 845-5415
Sarah Atkins - Community Resilience Specialist
(401) 845-5474
Department Directory »

Contact Information

Patricia Reynolds, MA ARCH - Director of Planning
& Economic Development 
(401) 845-5450     
Nicholas Armour - Historic Preservation Planner
(401) 845-5415
Sarah Atkins - Community Resilience Specialist
(401) 845-5474
Department Directory »

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Innovate Newport
Planning Board
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Planning & Economic Development


Our office is dedicated to improving the economic wellbeing and quality of life for Newport residents by creating and/or retaining jobs while supporting the growing income and tax base through the planning and implementation of large and small-scale development projects.
Download and Comment on the City's Hazard Mitigation Plan
We're looking for public comment as part of our update to the City's Hazard Mitigation Plan! Comments will be accepted through April 29th via email sent to preynolds@cityofnewport.com or by mail to: Planning and Economic Development Department, City Hall, 43 Broadway. Note that mail correspondence must be postmarked no later than April 29th. (Download a .pdf copy here)

Planning

The Planning Division plans and guides inclusive growth in our City through its work with the Planning Board

Economic Development

We're committed to making Newport the most attractive community in New England to live, work and raise a family. 






    
     

Pell Bridge Virtual Town Hall Meeting

October 2020

For information on the Pell Bridge Ramp Realignment, please 
visit the Rhode Island Department of Transportation Pell Bridge Realignment Project Page

 

Points of Interest 

Transportation Master Plan

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!

North End Urban Plan

The North End Urban Plan strives to lay the foundation for smart, equitable growth in the City's North End. Read it here. On February 10, 2021 the City Council voted unanimously to amend the Comprehensive Plan to include the North End Urban Plan.

Flood Safe Newport

Being a flood safe community means protecting our community and saving homeowners on flood insurance.

Maps & Plans

Click here to search and download copies of relevant maps & plans 

Innovate Newport

We partnered with Federal, State and private partners to transform a historic school building into a hub for entrepreneurs. Learn more here.

Comprehensive Plan

Download a copy of the City's guiding planning document, the Comprehensive Plan

Planning Board

The volunteer citizens of the Newport Planning Board oversee the City's planning efforts and are the stewards of the City's Comprehensive Plan. 

Historic Preservation

With the largest collection of colonial homes in the United States and its status as "America's First Resort," Newport truly lives in its history. Preserving history and Newport's sense of place is a community effort. 

Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)

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. 

Planning & Development News

Newport's Hazard Mitigation Plan is Online

Newport's Hazard Mitigation Plan is Online

We're currently accepting public comment on Newport's updated Hazard Mitigation Plan! From hurricanes to nor'easters, flooding and high winds, the City's HMP is a critical planning document offering short-term and long-term strategies to help guide and protect Newport from potential natural hazards. 

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Flood Safe Newport

Flood Safe Newport

Newport's Department of Planning is dedicated to the safety of all residents and infrastructure. 
Click below to learn more about how you can prepare your home or workplace, develop an emergency communications plan, and know what to do when a flood is approaching your home or business. Taking action today can save your life and property tomorrow.

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Here's How Newporters Get Around Town

Here's How Newporters Get Around Town

The City's first comprehensive Transportation Master Plan in over 20 years is starting to come into focus with the release of a detailed Existing Conditions Report, which not only explores how Newporters get around town, but also identifies some of the challenges that the plan's final report will seek to address. 

Click the link below to download the full report!

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