City Hall will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day. The Waste Management Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2020 for the Independence Day Holiday. Monday through Friday trash, recycling and yard waste collection services will NOT BE DELAYED.
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 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.
Click here to search and download copies of relevant maps & plans
Being a flood safe community means protecting our community and saving homeowners on flood insurance.
Download a copy of the City's guiding planning document, the Comprehensive Land Use Plan
We partnered with Federal, State and private partners to transform a historic school building into a hub for entrepreneurs. Learn more here.
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.
All are Invited to First North End Urban Plan Forum
What's your vision for the City's North End? Please join us Tuesday, Feb. 25h from 5 - 8 p.m. at the East Bay Met School, 115 Girard Ave. for an opportunity to share your thoughts on the City's North End Urban Plan. To register, please visit nwpnorthend1.eventbrite.com // For those unable to attend, comments are welcome at courb.co/northend
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