The Planning Board is an administrative body of the Town of Newport. It does not have legislative powers. The primary responsibilities of the Planning Board are to:
- Review and approve subdivision plans.
- Review and approve site plans.
- Review and approve special use permits.
- Prepare land subdivision regulations and recommend their adoption.
- Participate in the preparation of a comprehensive plan, when directed by the Town.
- Report on matters referred to it, including amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, the adoption of official maps and capital improvements.
- Advise the Town and other Boards on matters affecting a community's development.
- Prepare other regulations relating to subject matter over which the Planning Board has jurisdiction and recommend their adoption.
Regular Planning Board Meetings are held every third Thursday of each month at the Newport Town Offices at 7:00 p.m.