The Planning & Development Department is responsible for the administration of all planning, development and environmental activities in the City.

The department is divided into three offices:

City Planning Office

• Coordinate planning functions for the City

• Serve as staff to the Planning Board and help property owners and developers navigate the Planning Board review process

• Organize, direct and coordinate the gathering and analysis of social, economic and engineering data necessary or useful in the conduct of planning and developmental activities

Community and Economic Development Office

• Coordinate community and economic development functions for the City
• Coordinate Federal, State and local grants intended to address specific needs and opportunities within the City, such as CDBG grants.
• Support local businesses and developers through a variety of assistance and incentive programs.

Sustainability & Environment Office

• Coordinate and administer the City’s response to climate change and sea level rise
• Coordinate and administer efforts to preserve natural resources within the City

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