About The Planning Process
Planning Process
The Town of Newport has initiated the preparation of a CAMA Land Use Plan (LUP) and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) for the Newport planning jurisdiction. The final documents will serve as a comprehensive plan for future public investment to achieve the community’s overall vision. The intent of this project is to identify development goals, policies, and initiatives supported by the community.
We Need Our Citizens' Help!
Recognizing that a collaborative effort with the public is essential, the initial step in the planning process is the adoption of a Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) by the Newport Town Council.
The Town Council appointed the Planning Board to supervise the preparation of the CAMA Land Use Plan and Unified Development Ordinance. The town’s staff and consultant will serve in an advisory capacity to the Planning Board. The CAMA Land Use Plan and Unified Development Ordinance will be drafted by Insight Planning & Development, the town’s consultant. Final approval will be by the Newport Town Council following review and recommendation by the Planning Board.
Throughout the planning process, the Newport community will have several opportunities to provide thoughts and comments regarding future town growth, land use alternatives, and policy recommendations.
We strongly recommend you sign up for future project correspondence below so that you can stay informed and involved throughout the planning process. We also encourage you to share project information with your friends, family, colleagues, customers, congregations, and neighbors!
Schedule
Phase I:
Project Kickoff
(April 2023)
Phase II:
Land Use Plan Development
(May - December 2023)
Completion, Review, and Adoption
(January - March 2024)
Phase III:
UDO Development
(April - July 2024)
Completion, Review, and Adoption
(August - September 2024)