About
VAPDA is devoted to sound planning principles that will enhance the quality of life for Vermont residents.
Through a combination of environmental and economic planning strategies,
VAPDA fosters a community environment that provides for the needs of both residents and our natural surroundings, today and for generations to come.
Shoreham, VT
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Chapter 117 of Title 24 in the Vermont Statutes Annotated
The Vermont Planning and Development Act, governs municipal planning and land use regulations as well as guides the supportive role that your Regional Planning Commissions - the members of VAPDA - are to fulfill as they work with municipalities to plan for and further municipal and State level goals.
Learn MoreStrengthening the Capabilities of Municipalities
VAPDA Board November 2025 Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the VAPDA Directors and Associates Meeting — June 5, 2025
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Regional Planning Commissions
What Do RPCs Do?
Regional Planning Commissions provide accessible and cost-effective planning assistance to their constituent communities.
At the regional level, Regional Planning Commissions unite community plans under a comprehensive regional plan, and provide key insights for communities through regional studies. Additionally, by maintaining close communication with other RPCs in the state, RPCs are able to coordinate multi-regional efforts and share resources and insights across the state.
Fiscal Year Officers
Chairperson
Devon Neary
Rutland Regional Planning Commission
Vice Chairperson
Bill Colvin
Bennington County Regional Commission
Secretary / Treasurer
Charlie Baker
Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
Supporting Members
Matthew Arancio
Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans)Emily Harris
Vermont Emergency Management (VEM)Billy Coster
Vermont Agency of Natural Resources (ANR)Anne Margolis
Vermont Department of Public Service (PSD)Suzanne Kelley
Vermont Department of HealthAri Rockland-Miller
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM)Want to learn more about the work VAPDA and Vermont's Eleven Regional Planning Commissions have undertaken?