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Burlington Department of Planning and Zoning

Welcome of the Department of Planning and Zoning for the City of Burlington, Vermont. Here you will find information about comprehensive planning for the City, meeting information, as well as a variety of zoning resources including self-help guides, the zoning ordinance, application forms, and review status reports.


Table of Contents

Board Meetings Agendas for upcoming development review and planning meetings, and information about the Development Review Board, Planning Commission, Design Advisory Board, and the Conservation Board.
Zoning Info Information about zoning, permit types, application fees, impact fees. Available are Application Forms, POPULAR: Daily Zoning Activity Report, Zoning Ordinance, and other self-help resources.
Visualize Burlington Visualize Burlington in 3D is a project to create a comprehensive digital three-dimensional model of downtown and waterfront buildings for long-range planning, development review, environmental assessment, and economic development.
Office Contact Info, directions to the Department of Planning and Zoning office, mailing address, phone numbers, office hours, parking information, and staff listing.
Design Guides Help Guides on a variety of zoning topics such as the design review process, site plans, lighting, parking, others.
Climate Action Plan The City is updating its Climate Action Plan and is seeking public comment and opinion. Learn More about the Burlington Climate Action Plan and how to participate.
City Plan Burlington's 2006 Municipal Development Plan.
Historic Preservation Planning Programs and information about preserving the rich history of Burlington as embodied by its significant historic places, buildings, and shipwrecks.
Open Space Plan Plan for protection of open spaces and natural areas.

NOTICE: The Department of Planning and Zoning encourages use of this site. We hope you find it helpful and convenient. However please be aware of the following. The information presented may not include all recent changes. In the case of meeting warnings and agendas, note the last-update date, and call the Department if you have questions. Minutes and other documents available from this site are not Official copies. Official copies can be obtained by contacting the Department directly. Many zoning questions can be answered with a phone call to the Department, and most applications and forms will be mailed upon request. Most zoning permit applicants, or their representatives, should plan on visiting the office to get proper and complete review of their applications.

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