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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
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 Oct 28, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - October 28, 2026

Council to consider school funding reduction and stormwater ordinances

The City Council will review a proposal to reduce a school appropriation by $444,496.57 and rescind a $700,000 loan. The body is also considering new stormwater development standards and utility ordinances, along with several zoning amendments.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 28, 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 October 28, 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 City Council meeting held September 30, 2026  (Approve) Minutes b. Special Events: 1. Erica Lush, d/b/a Inside the Solitaire, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave.; October 29, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 2. The Pyramid Club, d/b/a Halloween Costume Party, 32-34 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.; October 31, 2026 from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. 3. Omen Presents, d/b/a Halloween Bash, Newport Skatepark; October 31, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 4. Newport Art Museum, d/b/a Jane Pickens, A Life of  Music & Art, Newport Art Museum, Griswold House; November 5 …
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Wed Oct 28, 2026

Planning Board Meeting 11/2

Planning Board to review CDBG application and subdivision at 66 Ocean Ave

The Planning Board will determine if the 2026 Community Development Block Grant application aligns with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The board will also consider a minor subdivision application for a residential lot at 66 Ocean Ave. Additionally, the board will discuss the 2027 meeting schedule.

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CITY OF NEWPORT NEWPORT PLANNING BOARD NOVEMBER 2, 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 November 2, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. I. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum II. Approval of Minutes A. October 5th, 2026 Meeting Minutes 10/05 Planning Board Meeting Minutes III. Communications A. Required Local Officials Training - Reminders IV. Business – Bold lettering indicates a Public Hearing A. CERTIFICATION OF CONSISTENCY WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application - Project Year 2026 The Planning Board of the City of Newport shall review the proposals contained in this application and determine that the proposed activities are not in conflict with the general policies set forth in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. * City Council Resolution No. 2026-165 (Signed) * Request for City Council Action Item #6680/26 * Staff Report CDBG 2026_Staff Report Reso …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - October 28, 2026

Newport City Council to consider stormwater utility and zoning changes

The City Council will discuss new stormwater development standards and a stormwater utility. The body is also reviewing several zoning amendments and a proposal to allocate $60,000 annually to the Sister City Commission.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 28, 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 October 28, 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 City Council meeting held September 30, 2026  (Approve) Minutes b. Special Events: 1. Erica Lush, d/b/a Inside the Solitaire, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave.; October 29, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 2. The Pyramid Club, d/b/a Halloween Costume Party, 32-34 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.; October 31, 2026 from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. 3. Omen Presents, d/b/a Halloween Bash, Newport Skatepark; October 31, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 4. Newport Art Museum, d/b/a Jane Pickens, A Life of  Music & Art, Newport Art Museum, Griswold House; November 5 …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026

Zoning Board of Review - Regular October 2026 Meeting

Zoning Board to review guest facility and restaurant modifications on Thames Street

The Zoning Board of Review will consider several dimensional variances and special use permits. Key discussions include modifications to a vacation guest facility and restaurant, a new dog daycare business, and various residential additions.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Zoning Board of Review - Regular October 2026 Meeting OCTOBER 26, 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 October 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum III. Minutes – None IV. Communications – 1. Extension Requests – i. 34 S. Baptist St. – Fourth extension request for 12 months ii. 7 Cottage – Third extension request for 12 Months 2. Withdrawal Requests – None V. Summary Calendar 1. App. #ZBR-26-70 PETITION OF MEGAN SCHMIDT, applicant and owner, 19 Gibbs Avenue, TAP 06, Lot 069 (R-10 Zone) for a special use permit and dimensional variance construct a 35 square-foot chicken coop and to house 2 hens for personal egg production, increasing the lot coverage from 58% to 59% (20% allowed).        Application Details and Materials, Sep …
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Thu Oct 22, 2026

Special Council Meeting with School Committee- October 21, 2026

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Thu Oct 22, 2026

Newport City Council Joint Workshop with the School Committee

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Tue Oct 20, 2026

Newport City Council Workshop- Stormwater Utility Fee and Sewer Obligations for FY28

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Mon Oct 19, 2026

Newport City Council Workshop- Stormwater Utility Fee and Sewer Obligations for FY28

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Mon Oct 19, 2026

Newport City Council Special Joint Meeting with the School Committee- October 21, 2026

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Wed Oct 14, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - October 14, 2026

Newport City Council to hold public hearings on zoning amendments and rezoning

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and a specific rezoning request. The body will also consider a CDBG application and various city contracts and licenses.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 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 October 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. 1. PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance: a. Recommendation from the Planning Board; b. Amending Section 17.14.020, entitled, “Permitted Uses.” (First Reading); c. Amending Section 17.65.020, entitled, “Use Regulations” and Section 17.65.030, entitled, “Dimensional Requirements” (First Reading) Public Hearing 2. PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance- Zoning Map - Amending Section 17.12.020, entitled, ”Zoning Map”, Rezone Plat 9, Lot 219 from Innovation Hub – Urban Village (UV) subdistrict to Waterfront Campus (WC) subdistrict (First Reading) Public Hearing 3. PUBLIC HEARING - Action Item #6680/26 – RE:  Public Hearing – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application  (w/accompanying resolution) 6680 …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026

Historic District Commission Regular Meeting

Historic District Commission to review 11 new property modification applications

The Commission will review various applications for exterior alterations to contributing and non-contributing properties. The board is deciding on requests ranging from window replacements and roof repairs to the construction of a swimming pool and a conservatory.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Historic District Commission Regular Meeting OCTOBER 13, 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 October 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 15, 2026 IV. COMMUNICATIONS VII. NEW APPLICATIONS N-1. Application #HDC-26-111 of RI Property Wire, of 28 Pelham St, Plat 24, Lot 257, (Contributing) for permission to construct an elevator shaft, replace rubber roof in-kind, replace HVAC units with six smaller units. Replace front awning with copper standing seam awning, replace vestibule glass with French doors, install dryer vent on east and west elevations of building, install sign and small 3’x3’ wood or clad door for trash removal on west elevation to the right of existing door.        Application Materials and Documents, August 5, 2026 N-2. Application #HDC-26-112 of Citizens Savings Bank, of 8 Washington Sq, Plat 17, Lo …
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Fri Oct 9, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - October 14, 2026

Newport City Council to hold public hearings on zoning amendments and rezoning

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and a specific rezoning request. The body will also consider a Community Development Block Grant application and various city contracts.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 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 October 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. 1. PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance: a. Recommendation from the Planning Board; b. Amending Section 17.14.020, entitled, “Permitted Uses.” (First Reading); c. Amending Section 17.65.020, entitled, “Use Regulations” and Section 17.65.030, entitled, “Dimensional Requirements” (First Reading) Public Hearing 2. PUBLIC HEARING - Proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance- Zoning Map - Amending Section 17.12.020, entitled, ”Zoning Map”, Rezone Plat 9, Lot 219 from Innovation Hub – Urban Village (UV) subdistrict to Waterfront Campus (WC) subdistrict (First Reading) Public Hearing 3. PUBLIC HEARING - Action Item #6680/26 – RE:  Public Hearing – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application  (w/accompanying resolution) 6680 …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026

Historic District Commission Regular Meeting

Historic District Commission to review 15 property modification applications

The Historic District Commission will meet to decide on various applications for exterior alterations to contributing and non-contributing properties. The board will review requests for new construction, demolition, and material replacements.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Historic District Commission Regular Meeting OCTOBER 13, 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 October 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES September 15, 2026 IV. COMMUNICATIONS V.   ACTION ITEMS  A-1. Application #2024-Sept-011 of Alexander Vincent Fraioli, of 78 Third St, Plat 09, Lot 310, (Contributing) for permission to extend a previously approved plan for permission to construct a two-story, one car garage.  Application Materials and Documents, September 5, 2024 A-2. Application #2023-Jan-023 of Elizabeth Wright McMillan, of 36 Catherine St, Plat 22, Lot 082, (Contributing) for permission to extend a previously approved plan to remove chimney, replace masonry steps and landing with wood deck, rebuild west elevation wood deck in-kind, replace clapboard siding with painted cedar shingles, and replacement of vi …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026

Newport Planning Board Meeting 10/5

Planning Board to consider new Waterfront Campus subdistrict

The Newport Planning Board will review two minor subdivision applications requesting zoning variances. The board will also consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to establish a Waterfront Campus subdistrict at the former Navy Hospital site.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 5, 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 October 5, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. I. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum II. Approval of Minutes A. September 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes September 14th, 2026 - Newport Planning Board Meeting Minutes III. Communications IV. Business – Bold lettering indicates a Public Hearing A. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW - MINOR SUBDIVISION APPLICATION App. No. PLN-26-8 59 Washington Street, TAP 12, Lot 120 R-10 (Residential) / Local Historic District Application of Zabriskie Memorial Church of St. John the Evangelist, owner, represented by J. Russel Jackson, for a Minor Subdivision with Unified Development Review to a single lot consisting of 40m083 sf of land area into two separate lots; Proposed Lot 1 will include a land area of 8,500 sf and will contain existing single family …
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Fri Oct 2, 2026

Newport Planning Board Meeting 10/5

Newport Planning Board to review two subdivisions and a waterfront rezoning on Oct. 5

The Newport Planning Board meets Oct. 5, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 43 Broadway, to review two minor subdivision applications with Unified Development Review and to consider zoning amendments creating a Waterfront Campus subdistrict. The board will also approve prior minutes, hear communications and liaison reports, and receive an informational demolition notice. The zoning amendments item is a recommendation to the City Council, not a final decision by the board.

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CITY OF NEWPORT NEWPORT PLANNING BOARD OCTOBER 5, 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 October 5, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. I. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum II. Approval of Minutes A. September 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes September 14th, 2026 - Newport Planning Board Meeting Minutes III. Communications IV. Business – Bold lettering indicates a Public Hearing A. UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW - MINOR SUBDIVISION APPLICATION App. No. PLN-26-8 59 Washington Street, TAP 12, Lot 120 R-10 (Residential) / Local Historic District Application of Zabriskie Memorial Church of St. John the Evangelist, owner, represented by J. Russel Jackson, for a Minor Subdivision with Unified Development Review to a single lot consisting of 40m083 sf of land area into two separate lots; Proposed Lot 1 will include a land area of 8,500 sf and will contain existing single family structure. Proposed Lot 2 will include 31,583 sf and the Episcopal Church, t …
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Wed Sep 30, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - September 30, 2026

Newport council to vote on liquor license transfer at 140-142 Broadway to El Tapatio Newport

The Newport City Council meets September 30, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 43 Broadway. Much of the agenda is routine: a consent calendar of special event licenses, a bingo license, a bicycle rental renewal, and several communications received or referred. The council will also hold second readings on several ordinance amendments and consider a city manager request to pursue grants for replacing the Newport Fire Department training structure. Acting as the Board of License Commissioners, it will hear a request to transfer a Class C liquor license at 140-142 Broadway from Pivotal Brewing Company, LLC to MXR-RD-RI-1, LLC, doing business as El Tapatio Newport.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 30, 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 September 30, 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. Special Events: 1. Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, d/b/a Women in Business Luncheon, Breakers Stable & Carriage House; October 14, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 2. Newport Public Education Foundation, Inc., d/b/a An Evening for Education, Innovate Newport; October 22, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 3. Armstead-Barnhill Foundation, d/b/a 4th Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Event, Edward King House; October 23, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 4. IYRS School of Technology & Trades, d/b/a IYRS Community Holiday Party; December 4, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 5. S …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026

Zoning Board of Review - Regular September 2026 Meeting

Newport Zoning Board to hear 10 petitions, including ADUs, garages, and a pool

The Newport Zoning Board of Review meets September 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 43 Broadway to hear requests for dimensional variances, special use permits, and extensions. The agenda includes seven petitions on the abbreviated summary calendar and three full-hearing petitions, plus two 12-month extension requests and one petition continued to October 26, 2026. Several items involve accessory dwelling units, lot coverage increases, and structures close to property lines.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Zoning Board of Review - Regular September 2026 Meeting SEPTEMBER 28, 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 September 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum III. Minutes – 1. August 24, 2026 Draft Minutes IV. Communications – 1. Extension Requests – i. 22 Narragansett Avenue– request for 12-month extension ii. 5 Newport Avenue – request for 12-month extension 2. Withdrawal Requests – V. Summary Calendar – None VI. Abbreviated Summary 1. Amended App. #ZBR-26-15 PETITION OF FLEURY PROPERTIES, LLC, applicant and owner, 1 Cottage Street, TAP 25, Lot 064, (R-10 Zone, Historic District Overlay) for a dimensional variance to remove certain …
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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - September 30, 2026

Council to vote on fire training structure funding, licenses, ordinances

The Newport City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 30, 2026, covering a consent calendar of special event licenses, communications, and appointments, followed by several public hearings on entertainment and victualing licenses. The Council will also consider authorizing the City Manager to pursue grants and philanthropic funding for replacing the Newport Fire Department training structure, and will conduct second readings on multiple ordinance amendments related to definitions, traffic signals, parking, and bicycles. After the Council session, the body will convene as the Board of License Commissioners to hear a liquor license transfer application.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 30, 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 September 30, 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. Special Events: 1. Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, d/b/a Women in Business Luncheon, Breakers Stable & Carriage House; October 14, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. 2. Newport Public Education Foundation, Inc., d/b/a An Evening for Education, Innovate Newport; October 22, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 3. Armstead-Barnhill Foundation, d/b/a 4th Annual Sickle Cell Awareness Event, Edward King House; October 23, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 4. IYRS School of Technology & Trades, d/b/a IYRS Community Holiday Party; December 4, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 5. St. …
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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Zoning Board of Review - Regular September 2026 Meeting

Newport Zoning Board to hear 10 variance requests, including ADUs and garage additions

The Newport Zoning Board of Review will hold its regular September meeting, hearing requests for dimensional variances and special use permits. The agenda includes seven abbreviated summary items, three full hearing petitions, and one continuation, covering projects like accessory dwelling units, garage additions, a guest house conversion, and a pool. The board will also consider two 12-month extension requests and approve draft minutes from August.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Zoning Board of Review - Regular September 2026 Meeting SEPTEMBER 28, 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 September 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum III. Minutes – 1. August 24, 2026 Draft Minutes IV. Communications – 1. Extension Requests – i. 22 Narragansett Avenue– request for 12-month extension ii. 5 Newport Avenue – request for 12-month extension 2. Withdrawal Requests – V. Summary Calendar – None VI. Abbreviated Summary 1. Amended App. #ZBR-26-15 PETITION OF FLEURY PROPERTIES, LLC, applicant and owner, 1 Cottage Street, TAP 25, Lot 064, (R-10 Zone, Historic District Overlay) for a dimensional variance to remove certain …
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Fri Sep 18, 2026

Planning Board 9-14-26

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Fri Sep 18, 2026

Planning Board 7-23-2026

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Fri Sep 18, 2026

Planning Board 8-3-2026

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Fri Sep 18, 2026

Newport Stormwater Utility Outreach Workshop 9-17-26

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Wed Sep 16, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - September 16, 2026

Council to vote on AFSCME labor deal, grants, and licenses

The Newport City Council will consider a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, several grant acceptances, and various licenses and permits. The agenda also includes appointments to city commissions and several routine communications.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 16, 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 September 16, 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 August 12, 2026 & August 26, 2026 (Approve) Minutes b. Special Events: 1. Newport Live, d/b/a Newport Live Presents:  Nellie McKay at Belmont Chapel; September 18, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 2. Newport Live, d/b/a Newport Live Presents The Dead Tongues at Great Friends Meeting House; September 25, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 3. US Naval War College, d/b/a Naval War College Cardines Classic, Cardines Field; September 25, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 4. Sail Newport, d/b/a Sail for Pride Regatta, Safe Harbor Newp …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026

Historic District Commission Regular Meeting

Historic District Commission reviews 12 permit applications, extensions

The Newport Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and decide on several applications for work on historic and non-historic properties. The agenda includes three action items for extensions or modifications of previously approved permits, six new applications, and three continued applications. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from August 11, 2026.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Historic District Commission Regular Meeting SEPTEMBER 15, 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 September 15, 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 August 11, 2026 IV. COMMUNICATIONS V.   ACTION ITEMS  A-1. Application #2024-Sept-18, of 75 Brenton LLC, of 75 Brenton Rd, Plat 43, Lot 24, (Contributing) Requesting an additional one-year extension for permission to construct a pergola on the upper terrace. Application Materials, August 13, 2024 Staff Report, September 6, 2024 Extension, October 20, 2025 A-2. Application #2025-Feb-014, of 7 Red Cross Ave., LLC, of 7 Red Cross Ave, Plat 26, Lot 44, (Contributing) for permission to extend previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for two years for the construction of a new detached garage/cabana and pool. …
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Fri Sep 11, 2026

Historic District Commission Regular Meeting

Historic District Commission reviews 14 permit applications for Newport properties

The Newport Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes action on three applications for extensions or modifications, three continued applications, and six new applications for changes to properties in historic districts. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 11, 2026 meeting.

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CITY OF NEWPORT Historic District Commission Regular Meeting SEPTEMBER 15, 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 September 15, 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 August 11, 2026 IV. COMMUNICATIONS V.   ACTION ITEMS  A-1. Application #2024-Sept-18, of 75 Brenton LLC, of 75 Brenton Rd, Plat 43, Lot 24, (Contributing) Requesting an additional one-year extension for permission to construct a pergola on the upper terrace. Application Materials, August 13, 2024 Staff Report, September 6, 2024 Extension, October 20, 2025 A-2. Application #2025-Feb-014, of 7 Red Cross Ave., LLC, of 7 Red Cross Ave, Plat 26, Lot 44, (Contributing) for permission to extend previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for two years for the construction of a new detached garage/cabana and pool. …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - September 16, 2026

Council to vote on union contract, grants, and licenses

The Newport City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 16, 2026, to consider a consent calendar of routine items, several licenses, appointments, and communications. The council will also vote on a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, a Scott's Wharf license agreement, a bid for Cliff Walk fencing, a dog park MOU, and acceptance of federal grants, including $137,000 for an explosive detection canine. The meeting will then reconvene as the Board of License Commissioners to handle liquor licenses.

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CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 16, 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 September 16, 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 August 12, 2026 & August 26, 2026 (Approve) Minutes b. Special Events: 1. Newport Live, d/b/a Newport Live Presents:  Nellie McKay at Belmont Chapel; September 18, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 2. Newport Live, d/b/a Newport Live Presents The Dead Tongues at Great Friends Meeting House; September 25, 2026 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 3. US Naval War College, d/b/a Naval War College Cardines Classic, Cardines Field; September 25, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 4. Sail Newport, d/b/a Sail for Pride Regatta, Safe Harbor Newp …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026

September 14th Newport, RI Planning Board Meeting

Planning Board to hear two subdivision requests with zoning variances

The Newport Planning Board will consider two minor subdivision applications, both requesting continuations from the applicants. The first involves 59 Washington Street, proposing to split a 40,083 sq ft lot into two, with variances for lot area, setbacks, lot coverage, and parking. The second involves 701 Bellevue Ave, proposing to split a 102,684 sq ft lot into two, with variances for lot area, setbacks, and lot coverage. The board will also review recorded decisions and hear liaison reports.

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CITY OF NEWPORT NEWPORT PLANNING BOARD SEPTEMBER 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 September 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. I. Roll Call and Determination of Quorum II. Approval of Minutes A. August 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes August 3rd, 2026 Planning Board Meeting Minutes III. Communications IV. Business – Bold lettering indicates a Public Hearing A. Unified Development Review for Minor Subdivision Application - Request for Continuation from Applicant App. No. PLN-26-8 59 Washington Street, TAP 12, Lot 120 R-10 (Residential) / Local Historic District Application of Zabriskie Memorial Church of St. John the Evangelist, owner, represented by J. Russel Jackson, for a Minor Subdivision with Unified Development Review to a single lot consisting of 40,083 sf of land area into two separate lots; Proposed Lot 1 will include a land area of 8,500 sf and will contain existing single family structure. Proposed Lot 2 will include 31 …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026

Newport City Council Workshop Short Term Rentals- Follow up from March 11, 2026 Council Meeting

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Wed Aug 26, 2026

Newport City Council Regular Meeting - August 26, 2026

Newport City Council to discuss zoning, sewer ordinances, and beach resilience

The City Council will review several special event licenses, zoning amendments for the Waterfront Campus, and updates to sewer service ordinances. The meeting also includes discussions on Easton's Beach resilience and various grant authorizations.

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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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