Housing in Rhode Island local government
What Rhode Island city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
639 Rhode Island meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Rhode Island with the most housing activity
- Jamestown, RI (104)
- South Kingstown, RI (57)
- Coventry, RI (56)
- Westerly, RI (47)
- Portsmouth, RI (46)
- New Shoreham, RI (45)
- Middletown, RI (35)
- City of Newport, RI (23)
- Smithfield, RI (23)
- Johnston, RI (22)
- North Kingstown, RI (22)
- East Greenwich, RI (21)
Latest matching meetings
Planning Board to discuss housing supply and production in Middletown
The Middletown Planning Board is holding a special meeting to hear a presentation by board member Matthew Skirzenski and discuss matters related to housing supply and production in the town. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no votes or specific proposals listed. The meeting is open to the…
Coventry committee to review 215-unit affordable housing plan
The Technical Review Committee will discuss and comment on the preliminary plan for "Center Point Commons," a major land development proposing three multi-family buildings with 215 units at 2271 New London Turnpike. The project includes deed-restricted affordable units and is part of the larger Coventry Centre…
Planning Board to weigh hotel expansion, new housing rules
The Middletown Planning Board will hold public hearings on two development applications: a 6-unit expansion of an existing multi-family development by Prescott Point, LLC, and a hotel expansion by Wave Pond Hotel, LLC that includes adding rooms, a pool, and liquor license expansion. The board will also consider…
Committee reviews minor land development project at 74 Main Street
The South Kingstown Technical Review Committee will review a minor land development application for a property at 74 Main Street. The project proposes an accessory structure with two dwelling units and requests waivers from street and perimeter landscaping requirements under local regulations.
Town Council to vote on zoning change for low-income housing and court repairs
The Jamestown Town Council will hold public hearings on annual liquor license renewals for multiple establishments, then consider several action items including a zoning amendment for low- and moderate-income housing, funding for tennis and basketball court repairs, and the Eldred Avenue netting project. The council…
Historic District Commission to weigh demolition of Benjamin Rose House
The Historic District Commission will conduct a site visit at 465 Old Town Road to consider an application by John Spier to demolish the Benjamin Rose House and build a new single-family dwelling. The meeting is a public hearing on this specific proposal.
Public hearing on The Residences at Pocasset major land development
The Johnston Planning Board will consider a one‑year extension request for the Putnam Pike "Gateway" project and hold public hearings on several development proposals, including a minor subdivision on Shun Pike, a senior‑focused condo project on Plainfield Pike, and a major adaptive‑reuse residential development at…
Planning Board to review residential developments and street abandonment
The Planning Board will hold public hearings on a minor subdivision and a major land development project. The board will also discuss pre-applications for luxury condos and a lot subdivision, and provide an advisory opinion on a street abandonment request.
Council to consider new water rate schedule ordinance for 2026‑2027
The Westerly Town Council will discuss an emergency ordinance that sets water consumption restrictions and penalties for waste. It will also consider several proposed ordinances, including one that sets water rate schedules for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year, another that updates business registration fees and procedures…
Committee to discuss Missing Middle Housing Ordinance and inclusionary zoning amendments
The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee is meeting to discuss several housing initiatives, including the reintroduction of the Missing Middle Housing Ordinance, proposed inclusionary zoning text amendments, and outreach for a form-based code public hearing. The agenda also includes debriefing RiverFire outreach…
Planning Commission to weigh 712-unit Centre of New England extension
The Coventry Planning Commission will consider a one-year extension for the Centre of New England Master Plan, a 712-unit development, and hold public hearings on two accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and a Comprehensive Plan amendment. The agenda also includes a rezoning recommendation for 1119 Tiogue Ave and a…
Zoning board hears appeal on vacant lot status and special permit for house
The Jamestown Zoning Board of Review will hold its monthly meeting, including approval of minutes and discussion of rules of procedure. The main items are an appeal concerning the legal status of a vacant parcel at 0 Pennsylvania Avenue and a special use permit application for a new house on Sloop Street. The board…
Planning Board to weigh Peacedale Preserve zoning district, Kingstown Rd housing
The South Kingstown Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposal to demolish a single-family home at 2001 Kingstown Road and build a duplex and triplex (5 units total), continued from June. The board will also review and make recommendations to the Town Council on a zoning map and text amendment creating…
Zoning Board hears 5 variance requests, including Fleury Properties' second dwelling unit
The Newport Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings on five petitions for dimensional variances, including a request to build a second dwelling unit on a substandard lot, a garage and pool project, and several smaller additions. The board will also consider a 12-month extension request for 12 Elliot Place, a…
Affordable Housing Committee to host info table at RiverFire
The South Kingstown Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on its agenda, including hosting an informational tabling session at the RiverFire event on August 21st. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes, correspondence, and public comment.
Committee to discuss outreach for form-based code public hearing
The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss outreach for the upcoming form-based code public hearing, and receive staff updates. The main substantive item is planning public engagement activities before the hearing.
Jamestown housing committee to discuss housing needs study
The Jamestown Affordable Housing Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss a released Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Housing Needs Assessment. They will also consider appointing a member to the Housing Study steering committee and review advocacy efforts through January 2026. The…
Review of proposed accessory dwelling unit at 100 Reservoir Road
The Technical Review Committee will discuss a proposal for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) by Vincent and Alicia Torborg. The project involves constructing a 2,600 SF two-bedroom ADU on a 0.97-acre parcel. Because the unit exceeds maximum size requirements, it requires a dimensional variance and must be heard by the…
Council to hold public hearing on Walker Lofts affordable housing fund request
The Lincoln Town Council is meeting to hold a public hearing and take possible action on a Municipal Affordable Housing Fund matter involving Walker Lofts LP at 40 Walker Street. The council will also consider a request for an executive session related to litigation in the case UTGR v. Keeble, PC-2023-02338, and may…
Historic District Commission to review 5 property alteration applications
The Newport Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review continued and new applications for changes to historic properties, including garage conversions, additions, and exterior alterations. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, communications, and an invitation from the Utilities…
Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee to host RiverFire tabling session
The Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee will meet to discuss its participation in an informational tabling session at the RiverFire event on August 7. The agenda otherwise consists of procedural items and staff updates.
Planning Commission to review new home, boat barn, and zoning change
The Jamestown Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and possibly vote on several items, including a new single-family dwelling in a high groundwater area, a boat barn renovation in the village district, and a zoning ordinance amendment for a fire department garage. The commission will also elect…
Planning Commission to hear requests for new home, boat barn, zoning change
The Jamestown Planning Commission is meeting to hear non-agenda requests from residents, including a new single-family dwelling, a boat barn renovation, and a zoning ordinance amendment. The commission will also elect officers.
Planning Board to hear 5 subdivision and development proposals
The Johnston Planning Board will hold public hearings and discussions on several land development and subdivision proposals, including a major subdivision, church expansion, and multiple housing developments. The board will also discuss the Future Land Use Map and Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes both old and…
Town Council to hold public hearing on Zoning Ordinance amendments
The New Shoreham Town Council will discuss zoning ordinance changes and the job performance of the Town Manager. The body will also act on several lease agreements and a roadway improvement contract.
Planning Board tours sites for two development projects in Middletown
The Middletown Planning Board held a special site visit to view properties for two development applications. The board toured 50 Enterprise Center, where a major office project is proposed, and Prescott Point, where six new single-family homes are planned. No deliberations or decisions were made during the visit.
Planning Board to conduct site visits for two development projects
The Middletown Planning Board is meeting to view two subject properties. The board will not deliberate, accept public comment, or take action on applications during this site visit.
Zoning Board to consider dimensional variance for two-family home on Killingly St
The Johnston Zoning Board of Review will meet to discuss two requests for dimensional relief. These decisions determine whether property owners can deviate from standard zoning requirements to build or modify structures.
Zoning Board to consider use variance for second dwelling unit on Frenchtown Road
The East Greenwich Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings on two applications: a use variance to allow a second dwelling on a lot zoned Farming, and a side setback variance for a pool cabana. A third application for a garage with an accessory dwelling unit is continued to August 25, 2026 due to a noticing…
Planning Board considers new Peacedale Preserve Special Management District
The Planning Board will review a proposal to create a new zoning district for commercial, residential, and recreational use at Tax Assessor's Map 33, Lot 30. The board will also consider a multi-household development at 2001 Kingstown Road and a form-based code for the Old Tower Hill Road Neighborhood Project.
Council to vote on FY2027 budget amendments, school resource officer MOU
The Barrington Town Council will discuss and act on several items, including FY2027 municipal budget amendments, a memorandum of understanding for a second School Resource Officer, and a resolution for a Massasoit Avenue sidewalk project. The agenda also includes routine consent items like resignations…
Affordable Housing Collaborative Committee to host RiverFire tabling session
The committee is meeting to conduct general business and coordinate an informational tabling session at the July 24th RiverFire event. The agenda otherwise consists of procedural items and staff updates.
HDC to consider HVAC conduit amendment for 81 Old North Road
The Historic District Commission will review a request to change the routing of HVAC conduits at 81 Old North Road. The body will also continue discussions on stone wall regulations and the Oliver Watson Homestead Housing Project.
Board will consider two variance applications for Eben Brown Lane and Foundry Street
The Central Falls Combined Planning and Zoning Board will discuss and possibly vote on two variance requests. One request seeks a use variance for a gazebo and open‑air kitchen at 45 Eben Brown Lane in the C‑2 zoning district. The other seeks multiple dimensional variances for a three‑unit dwelling at 63 Foundry…
Public hearing on Mishnock Woods plan for 400 new apartments on Tiogue Ave
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development applications: an accessory dwelling unit by Jason & Ann Marie Therriault that requires a dimensional variance, and a master plan by Coventry Route 3 LLC for 400 multifamily residential units on a 27.31‑acre site at 1055 Tiogue Avenue. The Commission…
Planning Board to review Misquamicut Fire Station expansion plan
The Westerly Planning Board will hold a preliminary plan review for the Misquamicut Fire Station expansion at 65 Crandall Avenue, with possible action or continuation of a public hearing. The board will also receive a presentation on the Affordable Housing Tracker and discuss future agenda items. The meeting is…
Planning Commission to review middle school and multi-family housing projects
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make decisions on several major land development projects. These include a new middle school and three residential developments on Post Road, as well as zoning amendments regarding data centers.
Council to consider $3M affordable housing bond ballot question
The Jamestown Town Council will consider placing a $3,000,000 affordable housing bond on the November 3, 2026 ballot, along with resolutions for a housing needs assessment and a feasibility study for 11 Knowles Court. The council will also discuss a special charter review committee, Fort Getty parking policy changes…
Council to vote on $3M affordable housing bond ballot question
The Jamestown Town Council will consider placing a $3,000,000 affordable housing bond on the November 3, 2026 ballot, approve resolutions for a housing needs assessment and a feasibility study for 11 Knowles Court, and discuss a potential charter review committee. The agenda also includes routine items like…
Council to consider housing feasibility study and needs assessment
The Jamestown Town Council is meeting to conduct interviews, hold public hearings, and consider several resolutions. Key items include a resolution to move the 11 Knowles Court feasibility study toward affordable/workforce housing development and a resolution authorizing a housing needs assessment and implementation…