City of Newport, RI
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$206.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$187.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$100.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$231.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$7,464 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20259 housing units ($7.5M)
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - August 26, 2026
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 26, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on August 26, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held July 22, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
IYRS School of Technology & Trades, d/b/a 47th Annual Newport Classic Yacht Regatta Awards Party, 449 Thames St.; September 6, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
2.
Susan Battle, d/b/a Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards, 680 Bellevue Ave.; September 11, 2026 from5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
3.
Puddingstone Events, d/b/a Quasi una Fantasia, Rough Point; September 12, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
4.
Sail Newport, d/b/a Sail Newport?s Annual Fundraiser, 72 Fort Adams Drive; Septem …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Newport City Council Joint Workshop with the Energy and Environment Commission- Hazard Road
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Newport City Council Joint Workshop with the Energy and Environment Commission- Hazard Road
Mon Aug 24, 2026
Zoning Board of Review - Regular August 2026 Meeting
Zoning Board hears 5 variance requests, including Fleury Properties' second dwelling unit
The Newport Zoning Board of Review will hold public hearings on five petitions for dimensional variances, including a request to build a second dwelling unit on a substandard lot, a garage and pool project, and several smaller additions. The board will also consider a 12-month extension request for 12 Elliot Place, a withdrawal request for 18 Barney Street, and approve the July 27, 2026 draft minutes. Two other petitions are scheduled to be continued to future meetings.
- App. #ZBR-26-12: Fleury Properties seeks variances to build a new detached second dwelling unit at 75 Pope St/2 West St on a 4,187 sq ft lot (10,000 sq ft required), with reduced parking and increased lot coverage.
- App. #ZBR-26-49: Fleury Properties seeks variances for a porch overhang, third-floor dormers, a 420 sq ft pool, and a 1,296 sq ft two-story accessory structure at 173-175 Coggeshall Ave.
- App. #ZBR-26-44: Hannah Wade and Mortgage Acquisition LLC request a variance for a temporary candy retail kiosk on Long Wharf Mall lawn without required parking.
- App. #ZBR-26-50: The Collection at Barney LLC requests withdrawal of its petition for retroactive variances for driveways at 18 Barney St.
- App. #ZBR-26-51: Christine Chisholm requests a variance for a circular driveway with two additional curb cuts at 381 Gibbs Ave (continued to 10/26/2026).
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Zoning Board of Review - Regular August 2026 Meeting
AUGUST 24, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at August 24, 2026 at 6:00
p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Roll Call and Determination of Quorum
III.
Minutes –
1.
July 27, 2026 Draft Minutes
IV.
Communications –
1.
Extension Requests –
i.
12 Elliot Place – App. #2025-May-010 – Request for 12-month extension
2.
Withdrawal Requests –
i.
18 Barney – App. #ZBR-26-50 – Request to withdraw without prejudice
V.
Summary Calendar
1.
App. #ZBR-26-54 PETITION OF ANN E. ARNOLD, applicant and owner, 73 Kay Street, TAP 22, Lot 068 (R-10 Zone, Historic Overlay) for dimensional variances to construct a 64 square foot shed, located 3’ from the rear property line and 4’ from the left side property line (5 …
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Fri Aug 21, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - August 26, 2026
Council to weigh zoning, grants, and licenses at Aug. 26 meeting
The Newport City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 26, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes a consent calendar with special event permits, a communication on waterfront zoning amendments, several new and renewed entertainment and sidewalk café licenses, and appointments to boards. The Council will also consider resolutions on grant funding, a beach resilience plan contract, and traffic and field improvements.
- Waterfront Campus- Innovation Hub Zoning Amendments referred to Planning Board
- Authorization to pursue grants for Fire Watch Tower restoration at Fire Station No. 5
- Authorization to accept additional FHWA Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant funds
- Award of contract for Easton's Beach Resilience Plan, Phase 3 Schematic Design (RIMPA#494A and MPA#494B)
- Second readings on sewer service system, industrial pretreatment, and sewer service charges ordinance amendments
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 26, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on August 26, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held July 22, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
IYRS School of Technology & Trades, d/b/a 47th Annual Newport Classic Yacht Regatta Awards Party, 449 Thames St.; September 6, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
2.
Susan Battle, d/b/a Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards, 680 Bellevue Ave.; September 11, 2026 from5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
3.
Puddingstone Events, d/b/a Quasi una Fantasia, Rough Point; September 12, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
4.
Sail Newport, d/b/a Sail Newport?s Annual Fundraiser, 72 Fort Adams Drive; S …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
Zoning Board of Review - Regular August 2026 Meeting
Zoning Board to hear 5 variance requests, including Fleury Properties' two petitions
The Newport Zoning Board of Review will hold its regular August meeting to consider several dimensional variance requests, including two from Fleury Properties for properties on Pope/West Streets and Coggeshall Avenue. The board will also review requests for extensions and withdrawals, and continue several previously filed petitions.
- Fleury Properties seeks variances to build a new detached dwelling unit at 75 Pope St/2 West St and a pool, garage, and dormers at 173-175 Coggeshall Ave.
- Ann E. Arnold requests variances for a 64 sq ft shed at 73 Kay St.
- Paul Tobak requests variances for a one-car garage at 16 Andrew St.
- Hannah Wade requests a variance for a temporary candy kiosk at Long Wharf Mall.
- The Collection at Barney, LLC requests withdrawal of its application for retroactive variances at 18 Barney St.
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Zoning Board of Review - Regular August 2026 Meeting
AUGUST 24, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at August 24, 2026 at 6:00
p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Roll Call and Determination of Quorum
III.
Minutes –
1.
July 27, 2026 Draft Minutes
IV.
Communications –
1.
Extension Requests –
i.
12 Elliot Place – App. #2025-May-010 – Request for 12-month extension
2.
Withdrawal Requests –
i.
18 Barney – App. #ZBR-26-50 – Request to withdraw without prejudice
V.
Summary Calendar
1.
App. #ZBR-26-54 PETITION OF ANN E. ARNOLD, applicant and owner, 73 Kay Street, TAP 22, Lot 068 (R-10 Zone, Historic Overlay) for dimensional variances to construct a 64 square foot shed, located 3’ from the rear property line and 4’ from the left side property line (5 …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - August 12, 2026
Council to weigh new entertainment licenses, grants, and Memorial Blvd. safety improvements
The Newport City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 12, 2026, covering a consent calendar of special events, licenses, and appointments, followed by several action items including contract awards and grant acceptances. The council will also consider resolutions on traffic calming for Memorial Blvd., a public health vending machine, and a temporary advisory committee. After the council session, the board will convene as the License Commissioners to hear liquor license renewals and new entertainment license applications.
- New entertainment licenses: Gardiner House (24 Lee's Wharf), Midtown Race Club (255 Thames St.), Jo's American Bistro expansion (24 Memorial Blvd. West)
- Award of Bid #2026-PS-019 – Historic Gravestone Restoration and Re-Setting
- Accept $8,825 and $16,107 DOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants
- Resolution requesting traffic calming, pedestrian safety, and Complete Streets improvements for Memorial Blvd.
- Resolution authorizing placement of Public Health Vending Machine Program
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 12, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on August 12, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held June 24, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
Newport Global Summit, d/b/a Newport Global Summit, Belcourt; August 19, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
2.
International Tennis Hall of Fame, d/b/a Induction Celebration, International Tennis Hall of Fame; August 28-29, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
3.
Bike Newport, d/b/a 10-Spot Ride, Multiple Locations; August 29, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4.
The Preservation Society of Newport County, d/b/a Member Appreciation Picnic, Chateau sur Mer; August 30, 2026 from 4 …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
Historic District Commission to review 5 property alteration applications
The Newport Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review continued and new applications for changes to historic properties, including garage conversions, additions, and exterior alterations. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, communications, and an invitation from the Utilities Department.
- Continued application #HDC-26-69: convert garage to accessory dwelling unit at 77 Kay St
- New application #HDC-26-87: replace bulkhead with metal diamond-plated door at 39 Elm St
- New application #HDC-26-91: expand rear addition at 59 Bridge St
- New application #HDC-26-93: multiple alterations at 21 Clay St including dormers, chimney removal, and roof replacement
- New application #HDC-26-97: construct tennis court and other changes at 562 Bellevue Ave
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
AUGUST 11, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at August 11, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes to be approved for July 14, 2026
July 14, 2026
IV.
COMMUNICATIONS
V.
ACTION ITEMS
VI.
CONTINUED APPLICATIONS
C-1.
Application #HDC-26-69 of Thomas Woll, of 77 Kay St, Plat 22, Lot 099, (Contributing) for permission to convert existing garage to an accessory dwelling unit.
Application Materials and Documents, May 11, 2026
VII.
NEW APPLICATIONS
N-1.
Application #HDC-26-87 of Jeffery Nadeau and Sarah Mongan, of 39 Elm St, Plat 16, Lot 171, (Contributing) for permission to replace bulkhead with flat, metal diamond-plated door.
Application Materials and Documen …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - August 12, 2026
Council to vote on entertainment licenses, grants, and traffic safety
The Newport City Council will consider several new and expanded entertainment licenses, including for Gardiner House and Midtown Race Club, and vote on accepting over $24,000 in federal justice assistance grants. Other items include a resolution requesting traffic calming on Memorial Blvd., a proposal for a public health vending machine, and approval of multiple special event permits and banner licenses.
- New entertainment license for Gardiner House, 24 Lee's Wharf (first hearing)
- New entertainment license for Midtown Race Club, 255 Thames St. (first hearing)
- Expansion of entertainment hours for Jo's American Bistro, 24 Memorial Blvd. West (first hearing)
- Authorization to accept $8,825 and $16,107 DOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants
- Resolution requesting traffic calming, pedestrian safety and Complete Streets improvements for Memorial Blvd.
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 12, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on August 12, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held June 24, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
Newport Global Summit, d/b/a Newport Global Summit, Belcourt; August 19, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
2.
International Tennis Hall of Fame, d/b/a Induction Celebration, International Tennis Hall of Fame; August 28-29, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
3.
Bike Newport, d/b/a 10-Spot Ride, Multiple Locations; August 29, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4.
The Preservation Society of Newport County, d/b/a Member Appreciation Picnic, Chateau sur Mer; August 30, 2026 from 4: …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
Historic District Commission to review 4 new applications for property alterations
The Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July 14, 2026, and action on one continued application and four new applications for exterior alterations to contributing properties. The commission will also hear an invitation to participate from the Utilities Department.
- Continued application #HDC-26-69: convert existing garage to accessory dwelling unit at 77 Kay St
- New application #HDC-26-87: replace bulkhead with metal door at 39 Elm St
- New application #HDC-26-91: expand rear addition at 59 Bridge St
- New application #HDC-26-93: multiple alterations including dormers, chimney removal, and roof replacement at 21 Clay St
- New application #HDC-26-97: construct outdoor tennis court and other changes at 562 Bellevue Ave
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
AUGUST 11, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at August 11, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes to be approved for July 14, 2026
July 14, 2026
IV.
COMMUNICATIONS
V.
ACTION ITEMS
VI.
CONTINUED APPLICATIONS
C-1.
Application #HDC-26-69 of Thomas Woll, of 77 Kay St, Plat 22, Lot 099, (Contributing) for permission to convert existing garage to an accessory dwelling unit.
Application Materials and Documents, May 11, 2026
VII.
NEW APPLICATIONS
N-1.
Application #HDC-26-87 of Jeffery Nadeau and Sarah Mongan, of 39 Elm St, Plat 16, Lot 171, (Contributing) for permission to replace bulkhead with flat, metal diamond-plated door.
Application Materials and Document …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026
Comprehensive Plan: Community Open House
Please join us in person at our FINAL Open House to review our draft Comprehensive Plan goals, strategies and actions for Newport 2037. We will also have materials to provide insight on our process and engagement to date, and how that informed where we are now. For questions, please contact the Planning and Development department!
Mon Jul 27, 2026
Zoning Board of Review - Regular July 2026 Meeting
Zoning Board to decide on 12 residential variance requests including driveways and garage conversions
The Newport Zoning Board of Review will hear 12 residential zoning variance requests at its July 27, 2026 meeting, including requests to legalize non-compliant driveways, convert garages to bedrooms, and expand homes beyond allowed lot coverage. The board will also consider extension and withdrawal requests for pending applications.
- 12-month extension for 17 Bayview Avenue zoning case
- 12-month extension for 6 ½ & 8 Cross Street zoning case
- 9-month extension for 33 Corne Street zoning case
- Dimensional variance for 7 Malbone Road dormer addition (3' from property line vs 10' required)
- Dimensional variance for 153 Ruggles Avenue garage expansion and lot coverage increase (29.9% vs 20% allowed)
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Zoning Board of Review - Regular July 2026 Meeting
JULY 27, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at July 27, 2026 at 6:00
p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Roll Call and Determination of Quorum
III.
Minutes –
1.
June 22, 2026 Draft Minutes
IV.
Communications –
1.
Extension Requests –
i.
17 Bayview Avenue – Request for 12-month extension
ii.
6 ½ & 8 Cross Street – Request for 12-month extension
iii.
33 Corne Street – Request for 9-month extension
iv.
76 Van Zandt – Request for 12-month extension
2.
Withdrawal Requests –
i.
640 Thames Street – Request to withdraw without prejudice
V.
Summary Calendar
1.
App. #ZBR- …
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Thu Jul 23, 2026
Zoning Board of Review - Regular July 2026 Meeting
Newport Zoning Board to review residential variances and driveway appeals
The Zoning Board of Review will consider several petitions for dimensional variances regarding home additions, parking spaces, and lot coverage. The board will also hear an appeal concerning driveway construction and vehicle reversing requirements on Barney Street.
- Appeal by The Collection at Barney, LLC regarding driveways at 18 Barney Street and 3 & 4 Barney Court
- Variance request for a dormer addition at 7 Malbone Road
- Variance request for home additions and garage expansion at 153 Ruggles Avenue
- Retroactive variance requests for parking spaces at 5 Tyler Street and 11 Tyler Street
- Variance request for a 1-story addition at 30 Poplar Street
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Zoning Board of Review - Regular July 2026 Meeting
JULY 27, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at July 27, 2026 at 6:00
p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Roll Call and Determination of Quorum
III.
Minutes –
1.
June 22, 2026 Draft Minutes
IV.
Communications –
1.
Extension Requests –
i.
17 Bayview Avenue – Request for 12-month extension
ii.
6 ½ & 8 Cross Street – Request for 12-month extension
iii.
33 Corne Street – Request for 9-month extension
iv.
76 Van Zandt – Request for 12-month extension
2.
Withdrawal Requests –
i.
640 Thames Street – Request to withdraw without prejudice
V.
Summary Calendar
1.
App. #ZBR- …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026
Newport City Council Joint Workshop with the Planning Board- Comprehensive Plan Review
Mon Jul 20, 2026
Newport City Council Joint Workshop with the Planning Board- Comprehensive Plan Review
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
Commission will consider multiple historic property alteration applications
The Newport Historic District Commission will review several applications for alterations to historic properties. Items include new garages, pool structures, porch modifications, and conversions to accessory dwelling units. The board will also continue discussion of previously submitted projects. Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.
- Application #HDC-26-78 – NewPort Architecture LLC seeks permission for a detached garage, pool, and pool house at 14 Leroy Ave (Non-contributing).
- Application #HDC-26-80 – Anne Ferraro requests replacement of a plaster front porch ceiling with wood beadboard at 96 Second St (Contributing).
- Application #HDC-26-81 – Robert Damiano & Linda Perry Piera propose converting a 2‑car garage into a primary suite and adding a 15’x19’‑6” garage at 6 Tompkins Ct (Non-contributing).
- Application #HDC-26-83 – Fleury Properties LLC seeks to construct a new front porch replicating the original at 1 Cottage St (Contributing).
- Application #HDC-26-84 – Jamie & Harmony Oschefski request reconstruction of an existing garage for a primary suite, reconfiguration of the front entry, and roofline alteration at 421 Gibbs Ave (Contributing).
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
JULY 14, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at July 14, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes to be approved for June 11, 2026
IV.
COMMUNICATIONS
V.
ACTION ITEMS
VII.
NEW APPLICATIONS
N-1.
Application #HDC-26-78 of NewPort Architecture LLC, of 14 Leroy Ave, Plat 36, Lot 145, (Non-contributing) for permission to construct a detached garage, pool, and pool house.
Application Materials and Documents, May 23, 2026
N-2.
Application #HDC-26-80 of Anne Ferraro, of 96 Second St, Plat 09, Lot 127, (Contributing) for permission to replace plaster front porch ceiling with wood beadboard.
Application Materials and Documents, June 1, 2026
N-3.
Application #HDC-26-81 of Robert Damiano …
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Fri Jul 10, 2026
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
Historic District Commission to review property alterations and new construction
The Historic District Commission will review several applications for property modifications in Newport. The board is deciding on requests for structural changes, additions, and material replacements for both contributing and non-contributing historic properties.
- 365 Thames St: Proposal to replace glass wall/vestibule, install ADA ramp, and update signage
- 77 Kay St: Application to convert a garage into a two-story accessory dwelling unit
- 14 Leroy Ave: Request to construct a detached garage, pool, and pool house
- 6 Tompkins Ct: Proposal to convert a 2-car garage to a primary suite and add a new garage
- 421 Gibbs Ave: Request to reconstruct a garage for a primary suite and alter the roofline
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
JULY 14, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at July 14, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes to be approved for June 11, 2026
IV.
COMMUNICATIONS
V.
ACTION ITEMS
VI.
CONTINUED APPLICATIONS
C-1.
Application #HDC-26-53 of The City of Newport, of 365 (0) Thames St, Plat 24, Lot 001, (Contributing) for permission to remove existing glass wall and vestibule to replace it with new glass wall and create new vestibule by infilling arches with storefront glass. Brick floor will be removed and re-laid to create level floor within the vestibule as well as an ADA compliant ramp with handrails. Replace existing exterior signage on the north, east, and south side of the building with new signs. Three new temporary banners are proposed to be installed on the east side facin …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - July 8, 2026
Council to hold public hearing on CDBG grant for Mumford Manor repairs
The Newport City Council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for Mumford Manor at 39 Farewell Street. The agenda includes consent items such as special event permits, waste hauler license renewals, and commission resignations. Action items cover parking changes on South Baptist Street and Bridge Street, a Henderson Home Trust distribution, designating a parking lot as a transit hub, and accepting a $321,600 federal safety grant. The council will also receive a notice of a projected school budget deficit and vote on license renewals and appointments.
- Public hearing on CDBG application for Mumford Manor at 39 Farewell Street
- Accept $321,600 FHWA SS4A grant award for road safety
- Contract award for Station 1 Drinking Water Treatment Plant SCADA and PLC modernization
- Henderson Home Trust distribution for maintenance and reserves
- Notice of projected School Budget deficit from Superintendent
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 8, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on July 8, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
PUBLIC HEARING- Action Item #6641/26 – RE: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application - Mumford Manor, 39 Farewell Street (w/accompanying resolution)
6641
2.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held June 10, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
The Sallie Hunt Foundation, d/b/a Serial Killers Speakeasy, Newport Art Museum; July 16-17, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. and July 18, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
2.
Overlap Art Space, d/b/a Art Opening (for Internalized Landscapes), 112 Van Zandt Ave.; July 18, 2026 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. …
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Thu Jul 2, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - July 8, 2026
Public hearing on CDBG application for Mumford Manor at 39 Farewell Street
The council will hold a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application for Mumford Manor (39 Farewell Street). Other action items include ordinance revisions for parking on South Baptist Street and one-way designation on Bridge Street, acceptance of a $321,600 FHWA grant for safety, and a contract for water treatment plant SCADA modernization. The council will also receive a notice of projected school budget deficit and consider appointments to boards and commissions.
- Public hearing and action on CDBG application for Mumford Manor, 39 Farewell Street
- Notice of projected school budget deficit from Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain
- Authorization to accept $321,600 FHWA FY-24 SS4A grant award
- Ordinance revisions: parking prohibited on South Baptist Street and one-way on Bridge Street
- Electricity supply fixed rate contract and Station 1 water treatment plant SCADA modernization contract
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
JULY 8, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on July 8, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
PUBLIC HEARING- Action Item #6641/26 – RE: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application - Mumford Manor, 39 Farewell Street (w/accompanying resolution)
6641
2.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held June 10, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
The Sallie Hunt Foundation, d/b/a Serial Killers Speakeasy, Newport Art Museum; July 16-17, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. and July 18, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
2.
Overlap Art Space, d/b/a Art Opening (for Internalized Landscapes), 112 Van Zandt Ave.; July 18, 2026 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
3.
Andrew Gifford, d/b/a Retromania Summer Shindig Vintage Market, 141 Pelham St.; July 18-19, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
Newport City Council Regular Meeting - June 24, 2026
Council to consider adjusting non-owner occupied tax rate
The Newport City Council will vote on a resolution to adjust the non-owner occupied residential tax rate and consider multiple action items including large FEMA flood resiliency grants, contracts for software and services, and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes special event licenses, a sound variance public hearing, and appointments to city boards.
- Resolution to adjust non-owner occupied residential tax rate (Item #23)
- Authorization to seek $20M FEMA BRIC grant for South Easton's Pond Dam flood resiliency (Item #19)
- Authorization to seek $1.425M FEMA BRIC grant for Elizabeth Brook daylighting (Item #18)
- Bid award for Sidewalk Improvement Program 2026 (Item #16)
- Ordinance revision prohibiting parking on Russell Avenue (Item #11)
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CITY OF NEWPORT
DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
JUNE 24, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on June 24, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
1.
CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN ITEM FOR DISCUSSION. ALL LICENSES ARE GRANTED SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ORDINANCES (#31-80 AND #98-40)).
a.
Minutes of the Council meeting held May 27, 2026 (Approve)
Minutes
b.
Special Events:
1.
Corrin Crowley, d/b/a Cliff Walk Ruck March, Cliff Walk; June 27, 2026 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
2.
Puddingstone Events, d/b/a Festival Finale Celebration, Bellevue House, 304 Bellevue Ave.; June 27, 2026 from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
3.
The Preservation Society of Newport County, d/b/a Loyalty or Liberty Play, Hunter House; Tuesdays from June 30 through September 1, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
4.
The Preservation Society of Newport County, d/b/a Loyalty or Liberty Play, H …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
Zoning Board of Review - Regular June 2026 Meeting
Board to hear variance for 18 Barney St with lot coverage up to 61%
The Newport Zoning Board of Review will hold a regular meeting on June 22, 2026, to consider several petitions for dimensional variances, extension requests, and a continued special use permit. The board will hear full hearing petitions for properties at 18 Barney Street, 153 Ruggles Avenue, and 32 Bayside Avenue, all seeking variances to increase lot coverage beyond allowed limits. Additionally, the board will vote on extension requests for 57 Marchant and 551 Thames Street, and a withdrawal for 2 Wheatland Court.
- Extension requests for 57 Marchant (6 months) and 551 Thames Street (12 months)
- Withdrawal of petition for 2 Wheatland Court by staff
- Full hearing: The Collection at Barney, LLC seeks variances for AC condenser and deck reconstruction at 18 Barney St, increasing lot coverage from 59% to 61% (45% allowed)
- Full hearing: Equity Investment Group seeks variances for rear addition and roof deck at 32 Bayside Ave, increasing lot coverage from 29.8% to 36.9% (28.48% allowed)
- Continued: 640 Thames Street, LLC requests special use permit and variance to convert dwelling to 5-bedroom guest house without parking; continued to July 27, 2026
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Zoning Board of Review - Regular June 2026 Meeting
JUNE 22, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at June 22, 2026 at 6:00
p.m.
I.
Call to Order
II.
Roll Call and Determination of Quorum
III.
Minutes –
1.
May 18, 2026 Draft Minutes
IV.
Communications –
1.
Extension Requests –
i.
57 Marchant – Request for 6-month extension
ii.
551 Thames Street – request for 12-month extension.
2.
Withdrawal Requests –
i.
2 Wheatland Court – Withdrawal by Staff
V.
Summary Calendar
1.
App #ZBR-26-28 PETITION OF SHELLEY BUCKHANTZ, applicant, CC7 LLC, owner, 7 Cozzens Court, TAP 17, Lot 273 (R-10 Zone, Historic Overlay) for a dimensional variance to install a condenser 2’-6” from the rear property line (5’ requ …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
Newport Historic District Commission to decide on 10 property alteration requests
The Commission will consider five new applications, two action items (including reconsideration of a previously approved garage and pool denial), and three continued applications. Key proposals include converting a garage to an accessory dwelling unit at 77 Kay St, installing a pool and solar panels at 320 Harrison Ave, and a city-led project at 365 Thames St to modify the vestibule and signage.
- Application #HDC-26-69 to convert existing garage to two-story accessory dwelling unit at 77 Kay St (Contributing)
- Application #HDC-26-73 to add pergola, solar panels, and install swimming pool at 320 Harrison Ave (Non-Contributing)
- Application #HDC-26-70 to replace exterior drainage and copper awning roof at Newport Community Church, 0 Touro St (Contributing)
- Action item #HDC-26-25 reconsidering a previously approved garage and denial of pool at 1 Cottage St (Contributing)
- Continued application #HDC-26-53 by City of Newport for vestibule, ramp, and signage alterations at 365 Thames St (Contributing)
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CITY OF NEWPORT
Historic District Commission Regular Meeting
JUNE 11, 2026
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
43 BROADWAY, NEWPORT, RI 02840
The following items of business will come before the Board at a meeting to be held at June 11, 2026 at 6:30
p.m.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes to be approved for April 14, 2026, May 12, 2026
April 14, 2026
May 12, 2026
IV.
COMMUNICATIONS
VII.
NEW APPLICATIONS
N-1.
Application #HDC-26-64 of Brian Foley, of 260 Ocean Ave, Plat 41, Lot 064, (Non-Contributing) for permission to replace windows.
Application Materials and Documents, April 15, 2026
N-2.
Application #HDC-26-66 of Reflections LLC, of 111 Ocean Ave, Plat 41, Lot 353, (Non-Contributing) for permission to replace rotted stucco with wood siding, construct new stair in rear, replace two windows, and replace doors.
Application Materials and Documents, April 27, 2026
N-3.
Application #HDC-26-69 of Thomas Woll, of 77 Ka …
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