Planning & Development

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