Development & economy in Vermont local government
What Vermont city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
281 Vermont meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Vermont with the most development & economy activity
- Essex County, VT (115)
- South Burlington, VT (53)
- Windsor County, VT (34)
- St. Albans, VT (28)
- Winooski, VT (26)
- Jericho, VT (19)
- Newbury, VT (2)
- Washington Central Unified Union School District, VT (2)
- Champlain Valley School District, VT (1)
- Montpelier, VT (1)
Latest matching meetings
DRB will hear a combined conditional use and site plan for demolition and parking at 51 Lower Newton St.
The St. Albans City Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on three requests. They include a site‑plan review for a new unit above an existing dwelling at 30 North Elm Street, a conditional‑use review for a home industry at 59 Congress Street, and a combined conditional‑use and site‑plan review to…
JCDC to discuss Railroad Circle property and housing sites
The Jericho Community Development Corporation will discuss updates regarding the Railroad Circle property. The body will also review information concerning other potential sites for housing in Jericho.
DRB to rule on dog daycare/boarding expansion at 119 Leighton Hill Rd
The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on July 23, 2026 to consider Application #2026-41 by JoAnne Locke for conditional use approval to expand her dog grooming business to include daycare and overnight boarding at 119 Leighton Hill Road in the RR1 district.
DRB to consider amendment for 68‑acre recreation park at 600 Swift Street
The South Burlington Development Review Board will hear three development applications: a site‑plan amendment to modify a 68‑acre multi‑use recreation park, a sketch‑plan for new group‑home buildings, and a master‑plan sketch for a new residential development. The park amendment (PZ‑SITE‑2026‑19) proposes converting…
Public hearings on amendments to the City Plan and Land Development Regulations
The St. Albans City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to the City Plan and Enhanced Energy Plan, and on revisions to the Land Development Regulations. Staff will present the amendments, followed by public comment and commission discussion. The commission will consider motions to revise…
City to hold public hearing on site plan review for 125 Hickok St.
The Development Review Board will meet to approve previous minutes and hold a public hearing on a site plan review application for 125 Hickok Street. The meeting will also include city updates and other business.
City issues Certificate of Compliance for 20 Ferris St despite lot‑size violations
The St. Albans City Council will review a Certificate of Compliance for 20 Ferris St (Parcel 05478, Tax ID 25034020). The property fails minimum lot size, width, and west side setback requirements under the Land Development Regulations. The certificate allows the existing single‑dwelling use to continue and permits…
Committee will approve trail naming recommendations
The Conservation & Trails Committee will elect officers, approve minutes from 06/09/2026, and consider several business items. Members will advise the DBR on a development application at 15 Leo Drive, approve the FY27 meeting schedule, adopt the FY 26/27 work plan for submission to the Selectboard, and receive a staff…
Commission reviews draft goals for the Comprehensive Plan rewrite
The Commission will conduct an overview and orientation of its charter and policy priorities. Ravi Venkataraman, Director of City Planning, will present a review of draft goals for the Safe, Healthy, Connected People chapter of the Comprehensive Plan rewrite.
Planning Commission discusses land development and project charges
The Planning Commission will review several updates regarding land development regulations and project charges. Discussions include long-term care facilities, commercial use scales, housing types, and landscaping updates.
Sextons Committee discusses beautification and memorial garden designs
The committee will review priorities for using the remaining donation fund for beautification projects. Members will also discuss a memorial garden design for cremated remains and potential volunteer painting of water storage tanks.
Task Force discusses wastewater system options and development scenarios
The task force will review system options and costs based on new disposal capacity estimates. Members will also receive an update on various development scenarios.
Certificate of Compliance issued for 58 Nason St, allowing continued residential use.
The City of St. Albans will adopt a Certificate of Compliance for 58 Nason St (Parcel 05478, Tax ID 26060058). The certificate confirms the property meets the Land Development Regulations and may continue its existing residential single‑dwelling use or obtain permits for repairs, alterations, or accessory structures…
Planning Commission will discuss recent development projects and land‑use updates
The Planning Commission and Development Review Board will discuss projects that have recently been reviewed by the Development Review Board. They will also review recent amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations that are under consideration. The meeting includes updates from the mayor, the…
Board to consider 12,735-sf expansion of commercial building at 530 Community Drive
The Development Review Board will hear a continued site plan for a 12,735-square-foot expansion of a large commercial and industrial building at 530 Community Drive. Also on the agenda are site plans for stormwater and parking improvements at Red Rocks Park, a new 5,040-square-foot building on an undeveloped lot at 69…
City reviews demolition and parking lot expansion at 26 Catherine St.
The Development Review Board will hold public hearings on four site‑plan applications, including a new unit above a dwelling, a second‑floor office expansion, a garage demolition with parking lot expansion, and a waiver for rebuilding a non‑conforming garage. The board will also receive updates on planning…
Council considers land development updates and transportation fee changes
The Council will review proposed updates to the Transportation Impact Fee and Land Development Regulations. They are also considering several construction contracts, committee workplans for FY27, and a resolution to expand the Public Art Committee.
DRB will consider a variance for a shed at 152 Old Stage Road.
The Development Review Board will hear a variance request to reduce the side setback for a shed at 152 Old Stage Road. It will also review a site‑plan proposal for a residential triplex at 58 Center Road. Additionally, the board will consider a request from 68 Pinecrest Drive LLC for an extension on their sketch…
New-use permit approved for 14 Kingman St #2 music store
The City of Saint Albans approved a new‑use permit for 14 Kingman St #2, allowing a music store to operate. The approval is subject to posting a notice on the premises, periodic and final inspections, and compliance with all Land Development Regulations and Board conditions. The permit is identified as Permit No…
Certificate of Compliance issued for 9 Cherry Tree Court, St. Albans
The City of St. Albans staff reviewed the land development regulations for 9 Cherry Tree Court and found no violations. A Certificate of Compliance was issued, allowing the property to continue its current use or to obtain permits for new uses, provided they meet regulatory limits. The certificate includes a 15‑day…
Public hearing on proposed Land Development Regulation amendments
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Land Development Regulations (LDRs). Staff will also present on State Steps Designations. The commission will consider draft minutes from the previous meeting.
Town Board to review Prairie Song road extension proposal
The Town Board will hold a work session to receive information on town business, including updates on sustainability and a development proposal. The main discussion item is the Windsor Lake Road Extension (SH 257 to WCR 15) for the Prairie Song development. No formal decisions or votes are expected during this…
EDC special meeting at Meadow Roast Cafe for business outreach
The Economic Development Commission is holding a special business outreach meeting at Meadow Roast Cafe. The only business item listed is a discussion about Meadow Roast Cafe at One Towne Marketplace.
Certificate of Compliance issued for 140 Fairfield St property
The City of St. Albans reviewed the property at 140 Fairfield St and issued Certificate of Compliance No. CO26-000048, finding no current violations. The certificate permits continued existing use or new uses pending a permit and provides a 15‑day appeal period under VSA Sec. 4465.
Certificate of Compliance issued for 17 Hoyt Street, allowing continued use
The City of St. Albans reviewed the application for 17 Hoyt Street (Tax ID 22043017) and issued Certificate of Compliance CO26-000047. The review found no current violations and permits the property to remain in its existing residential and business use, or to adopt new uses with an approved permit. Repairs…
Arts Commission to approve mural designs and bench locations
The Windsor Arts Commission is meeting to decide on the placement of Noblewins benches and approve mural projects. The board will review a design for 430 Main St. and a project for the Hwy 392 entryway sign. Members will also discuss the future location of the 'My Surfboard' installation.
Planning Commission to discuss rooming and boarding houses regulations
The Jericho Planning Commission will discuss recommendations for rooming houses and boarding houses as part of the Enable Housing initiative, and also consider recommendations on Planning Unit Developments. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
Beta Technologies seeks 100-acre master plan and lot changes at 3070 Williston Rd.
The South Burlington Development Review Board will hold public hearings on three development proposals. The board will review a 100-acre master plan and lot consolidation by Beta Technologies, a 12,735-square-foot commercial expansion at 530 Community Drive, and an after-the-fact approval for outdoor storage at…
Planning Commission to discuss comprehensive plan land use goals and building typologies
The Winooski Planning Commission will discuss the draft Building Typologies Study and the 2027 Comprehensive Plan's draft land use and economic vitality goals. The commission will also receive an update on Green Mountain Power's petition for a Certificate of Public Good. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; all…
Public hearing on final subdivision review for 197-205 West Allen St. continues
The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on a continued final subdivision review application for 197-205 West Allen St. They will also hear an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision regarding 280 East Allen St. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
Committee to advise DRB on 2 development applications, adopt RPD-I zoning memo
The Conservation & Trails Committee will discuss advising the Development Review Board on applications at 152 Old Stage Road and 58 Center Road, and consider adopting a memo to the Planning Commission on the RPD-I Zoning District. Other business includes updates on Indian Brook Park spring cleanup, trail naming…
Finance Commission to discuss role, elect officers, review comprehensive plan
The Winooski Finance Commission will discuss its own role and structure, vote on appointing a chair, vice chair, and secretary, and hold a discussion on community engagement for the draft Comprehensive Plan's Economic Vitality Goals & Objectives. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
Cemetery committee to select contractor for Eldredge Project
The Sextons Committee will select a landscape contractor for Phase One of the Eldredge Beautification Project. They will also discuss plans for spending $19,000 in gift funds, approve tank purchases, and elect officers for the next fiscal year. A report on a meeting with the Burlington Garden Club is scheduled.
Committee to discuss economic strategic plan rollout
The Economic Development Committee will discuss participating in the city's Green Building Festival and continue work on the Economic Development Strategic Plan, including a work session on communicating the plan to the community and reports from working groups focused on innovation/aviation, hospitality, and permit…
DRB to hold public hearings on food trucks, daycare expansion, and mill addition
The Development Review Board will hold public hearings on four site plan amendments: adding food trucks to 1 David Drive and 135 Sunderland Way, expanding a daycare playground at 71 Center Road, and adding a 30'x50' addition to a planing mill at 82B Jericho Road. The board will also announce decisions on prior…
EDC to review food truck permits and development applications
The Economic Development Commission will meet in person and online to discuss several business items. They will review draft memos on the RPD-I Matrix and food truck permits, potentially taking advisory actions. They will also consider participating in the 2026 National Night Out and review current development…
Certificate of Compliance issued for 8 South Elm St, noting zoning violations
The City of Saint Albans reviewed the property at 8 South Elm St (Tax ID 26078008) and issued a Certificate of Compliance. The review found the lot fails minimum size and width requirements, exceeds maximum lot coverage, and does not meet side‑setback standards. The certificate allows the property to remain in its…
DRB to decide on BETA Technologies grade alteration and Habitat for Humanity subdivision
The Development Review Board will hold public hearings on four applications: BETA Technologies seeks to alter grade and relocate utilities at its Davinci Drive campus; Habitat for Humanity proposes to subdivide a 36.2-acre property into two lots for future development; and a reconsideration of a previously approved…
DRB reviews site plans for North Elm Street and Lower Newton Street
The Development Review Board will hold public hearings on three property cases. The board will consider a new residential unit, an office expansion, and a request to withdraw a storage building application.
Railroad Circle property updates on JCDC agenda
The Jericho Community Development Corporation will meet to discuss updates on the Railroad Circle property, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider an executive session. The meeting also includes public comments and other business items.