Permits & licensing in Vermont local government
What Vermont city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
266 Vermont meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Vermont with the most permits & licensing activity
- St. Albans, VT (55)
- Winooski, VT (42)
- Windsor County, VT (36)
- Hartford, VT (35)
- Ludlow, VT (27)
- South Burlington, VT (19)
- Georgia, VT (13)
- Essex County, VT (10)
- Newbury, VT (8)
- Jericho, VT (7)
- Marshfield, VT (7)
- Highgate, VT (4)
Latest matching meetings
Fence permit approved for 69 Smith St
The provided document is a permit approval and application for a residential project. It is not a meeting agenda, but a record of a zoning decision.
City approves accessory shed permits for 22 Guyette Street
The City of St. Albans issued a building permit for accessory structures at 22 Guyette Street. The permit covers a new 10’ x 18’ shed and replacement of an existing 8’ x 8’ shed. The permit was approved with conditions requiring setbacks and adherence to land development regulations.
City approves 10'x16' shed permit at 28 Upper Gilman Street
The St. Albans City Zoning Office approved a permit for a 10'x16' shed in the rear corner of a property at 28 Upper Gilman Street. The permit includes conditions such as displaying a permit placard, adhering to land development regulations, and completing inspections.
City approves roof installation on front deck at 48 Russell Street
The City of St. Albans Administrative Officer issued a property activity letter approving the installation of a roof on the front deck at 48 Russell Street. The project is associated with the Dennis Ward Trust and contractor David Wilson. The document notes that the decision becomes final if not appealed to the…
Selectboard to consider tax late fee policy, tech policy, and appointments
The Jericho Selectboard will hold its regular meeting on August 20, 2026, covering a range of administrative and policy items. Actions include appointing two committee members, considering an adjustment to the property tax late payment policy, and reviewing a technology use and information security policy. The board…
St. Albans issues roof-replacement permit for 9 Murray Dr
The City of St. Albans administrative officer issued a property activity letter on 8/19/2026 allowing Jason Bouwens to replace the asphalt shingles on the roof at 9 Murray Dr. The work is expected to be completed by 9/30/2026, and the decision may be appealed to the Development Review Board within 15 days.
Bathroom renovation approved at 54 Cedar Street
The City of St. Albans Administrative Officer has issued a property activity letter for a bathroom renovation at 54 Cedar Street. The letter outlines state and local requirements, including permits and inspections. This is a routine administrative approval, not a public hearing or major decision.
Shed permit approved at 183 Federal St
The City of St. Albans has approved a zoning permit (B26-000073) for Christopher Holcomb, owner of 183 Federal St, to pour a concrete pad and build a 12.5 x 8 ft accessory shed. The permit was approved by the administrative officer on August 18, 2026, with conditions including posting a notice and adhering to land…
Selectboard to consider streambank stabilization bid and license request
The Ludlow Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review and possibly approve a license request from Terra Italian Steakhouse and to award a bid for a revised streambank stabilization project at 35 Route 100 South, part of flood recovery. They will also continue closing out the FY26 budget and handle routine…
Selectboard to consider streambank stabilization bid and FY26 budget closeout
The Ludlow Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review and possibly approve a license for Terra Italian Steakhouse, award a bid for a revised streambank stabilization project at 35 Route 100 South, and continue closing out the FY26 budget. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, citizen…
Liquor license hearing cancelled due to no agenda items
The August 13, 2026, regular meeting of the Windsor County Liquor Licensing Authority has been cancelled because there are no items to address. The meeting was scheduled for 9:00 AM in Town Board Chambers.
Board reviews two historic-building permits and discusses typologies report
The Local Resources Advisory Board is meeting to review two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties on West Canal St and Main St, and to discuss a Building Typologies Report. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear public comment.
Selectboard to consider ATV permit, hear project updates
The Newbury Selectboard is meeting to approve minutes, hear department reports, and discuss new and old business. Key items include a possible ATV permit for Cantrell and an update on the Town Office MERP project. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a possible executive session for personnel matters.
New projecting sign approved for Maple City Music at 12 Kingman St.
The City of St. Albans is issuing a permit decision for a new projecting sign for Maple City Music, located at 12 Kingman St. The permit (S26-000015) was approved on August 7, 2026, for a sign with a total area of 16.88 sq. ft. The applicant is Walter Byrne, and the landowner is Bojan Vuckovic. The permit includes…
Permit approved for 8x8 shed at 249 No Main St
The City of St. Albans has approved a building permit for an 8x8 accessory shed at 249 No Main St. The decision was made by the zoning administrator and includes conditions such as setback requirements and posting of notice. This is a routine administrative approval, not a public hearing or policy decision.
Selectboard to vote on road standards, tech policy, liquor licenses
The Jericho Selectboard will hold its regular meeting on August 6, 2026, covering public comments, several approvals, and updates. Key items include voting on updated Town Road and Bridge Standards, a Technology Use and Information Security Policy, and liquor licenses for Griffin Riders LLC. The board will also…
Ludlow Select Board to review bids, licenses, and FY26 budget closeout
The Ludlow Select Board is holding its regular meeting to consider agenda changes, approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive department head reports. They will review and possibly approve several licenses and permits, award bids for a compact track loader and a streambank stabilization project, and discuss…
Ludlow Select Board to review bids for flood recovery and equipment purchases
The Ludlow Select Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear department reports, and consider licenses and bids. Key items include reviewing bids for a compact track loader and a streambank stabilization project, as well as discussing the FY26 budget closeout. The board will also consider…
Winooski board to decide new liquor licenses for three hotels and a café
The Winooski Liquor Control Board will meet on August 3, 2026 at 6 PM to discuss and vote on new conditional liquor licenses for three businesses at 111 Winooski Falls Way (Onion River Hotel, Treetops, MOSS Café & Bar) and a renewal for McKee's Original at 19 East Allen. The board will also consider a seasonal…
Permit approved for apartment renovations at 72 No Main St
The provided document is a permit approval and application for a renovation project. It is not a meeting agenda, but a record of an administrative decision regarding a specific property.
Board to vote on open-space land purchase with water rights
The Town Board will consider approving a contract with Hermanns Family Holdings Corporation to acquire real property, water rights, and water shares for open space. Also on the agenda are continuances for a conditional use permit extension for temporary RV/boat storage at 600 Gyrfalcon Court and several consent items…
Fence permit approved for 93 No Elm St
The provided document is a permit approval for a residential fence project rather than a meeting agenda. The Zoning Office approved the replacement and relocation of fences at 93 No Elm St.
Permit approved for fence installation at 27 Beverly Ct
The provided documents are not a meeting agenda, but rather a permit application and approval record for a residential project. The city has approved the installation of a fence at a specific residential address.
Council to approve minor changes to Land Development Regulation 26-08
The South Burlington City Council will vote on two minor amendments to Land Development Regulation 26-08 for inclusion in an August 3 public hearing. It will also consider a public art commission for the Garden Street/Williston Road streetscape, a grant and contract to continue a Community Justice employee through…
Selectboard reviews zoning amendments, adds wastewater permit condition
The Marshfield Selectboard reviewed proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations. They decided to require a state wastewater permit before construction can begin on a town zoning permit, and to require a certificate of occupancy only after a designer certifies the septic system was installed…
Selectboard reviews zoning amendments, decides wastewater permit sequencing
The Marshfield Selectboard reviewed proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations. They decided that a town zoning permit can be issued before a state wastewater permit, but construction cannot start until the state permit is obtained. They also removed a requirement for shared driveways to…
City reviews roofing repairs permit for Walnut Street property
The City of St. Albans administrative staff reviewed and approved a roofing repairs permit for a property at 9 Walnut Street owned by Nutra Blend LLC and Centimark Corporation. The decision is subject to appeal within 15 days.
Permit approved for renovation at 13 Oak St, St. Albans
The City Council approved Permit No. B26-000059 for a renovation/addition at 13 Oak St, owned by Mark Lane. The approval applies to the submitted drawings and includes posting requirements, inspection conditions, and a 15‑day appeal window to the Development Review Board. Fees total $30 plus recording and management…
Jericho Selectboard to consider tax rates and appoint a new lister
The Jericho Selectboard will meet to appoint a new town lister, review tax rates, and consider approving the discontinuation of a section of Railroad Circle. The agenda also includes updates on the Highway Department, Wastewater Task Force, and a review of the Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force report.
Demolition permit approved for 99 Lower Newton Street
The City of St. Albans approved a demolition permit for the garage at 99 Lower Newton Street (Permit No. D26-000002). The permit requires the applicant to post a notice on the property and to follow all Land Development Regulations, including periodic and final inspections. An appeal to the Development Review Board…
Public hearing on CUP extension for RV/boat storage at Falcon Point Lot 1
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation to the Town Board on a request to extend a Conditional Use Permit for temporary outdoor storage of RVs and boats at Falcon Point Subdivision 2nd Filing, Lot 1, in the Limited Industrial zone district. The consent calendar includes…
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…
Town Board to discuss housing bond, fowl code update
The Windsor Town Board holds a work session to receive information and exchange ideas on town business. Key topics include a request from the Windsor Housing Authority for assignment of 2026 Private Activity Bond Allocation and a discussion on the Fowl Code Update and Permitting. No formal votes are expected at this…
Permit approved for fence at 92 High St
The provided document is a permit record rather than a meeting agenda. It details the approval of a building permit for a residential fence project.
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…
New wine festival permit for FOCO Blendings LLC to be considered
The Liquor Licensing Authority will consider a new wine festival permit for FOCO Blendings LLC for an event at Main Park in Windsor on August 15, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine communications.
St. Albans approves front‑deck renovation permit at 48 Russell St.
The City of St. Albans Zoning Office approved Permit No. B26‑000057 for a renovation/addition to build an 8 × 28 front deck at 48 Russell St. The approval includes posting requirements, inspection conditions, and a 15‑day appeal window to the Development Review Board. Total permitting and recording fees for the…
Selectboard to consider tax sale authorization for July 22
The Newbury Selectboard will vote on authorizing the town to bid at a tax sale scheduled for July 22, 2026. The board also hears updates on property valuation appeals, road assessments, a Route 302 speed zone request, and an ATV permit. Other business includes reallocation of solar credits and a facility use policy.
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on lot line adjustments in White River Junction
The Hartford Planning Commission will meet on July 6, 2026, to consider administrative matters and hold a public hearing on Application #26-03 by Happy Enchilada, LLC and RJR White River Junction, LLC for lot line adjustments between 70 Gates Street and 87 North Main Street in White River Junction. The commission will…
Ludlow board to set FY27 tax rates, review flood bridge project
The Ludlow Select Board is meeting to set the FY27 tax rates, review a flood recovery project for the Clark Drive Bridge, and consider several licenses and requests. They will also hear department head reports, discuss a reappraisal update, and consider waiving penalties for late homestead filers. The agenda includes…