Regional Planning
Regional Planning is guided by an overall vision or concept of what makes a place great? It is an expression of possibility; it reflects what people want to see happen in their community; now and in the future. The purpose of the Rutland Regional Plan is to provide a guide for managing change within the Region and a framework within which individuals, businesses, and local governments can make decisions regarding land use areas planned for conservation or growth.
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Three Years, 27 Towns, One Shared Plan
The RRPC began updating the Rutland Regional Plan in 2023. On May 19, 2026, the Plan was adopted by the RRPC Board of Commissioners – the result of five community workshops, dozens of pop-up conversations, and thousands of hours contributed by residents, local officials, and regional partners. It reflects what you told us. Thank you for showing up!
On July 17, 2026, the Public Service Department issued its determination that the Plan complies with the state requirements for enhanced energy planning.
On July 30, 2026, the Land Use Review Board approved the Plan and the RRPC’s Tier 1B area status requests for Brandon, Fair Haven, Killington, Mendon, Poultney, Proctor, and West Rutland. Learn more about why both approvals matter in the Implementation Section below.
Tier 1B Areas Approved
Fair Haven
Killington
Mendon
Poultney
Proctor
West Rutland
The Regional Plan
The plan articulates a vision for the Rutland Region, one that reflects the priorities and values of our Towns. Download a copy of the 2026 Plan.
Regional Committee Review
RRPC Commissioners play an important role in the review of large-scale development projects.
Regional planning commissions have a duty to provide comment on regionally significant projects, that because of size, location, or type of development require an Act 250 (land use) or Section 248 (energy generation) permit.
The RRPC Regional Committee reviews all applications for conformance with the Rutland Regional Plan and provide comments to the Act 250 Commission or Public Utility Commission.
Check out our Boards & Committees page to learn more.
Planning Now, and Tomorrow
