Planning & Community Development
Responsibilities
The Department of Planning and Community Development provides professional advice and technical expertise to the Town Manager, Town Council and its commissions, residents, the business community and the general public on current land use and development issues.
The department assists in guiding development and redevelopment efforts in the community, seeking to maintain the unique character of Ashland. Additional areas of responsibility include enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance, coordination and review of development plans, business support and development, and the enforcement of various property maintenance regulations within Ashland.
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Our Commitment
While focused on a long term commitment to economic vitality, environmental integrity, and development design through the highest quality master plans, plan implementation and development review, the Department of Planning and Community Development commits to providing the community with high-quality, proactive services, and programs to enhance the quality of life of the Town's residents, businesses, and visitors, and to promote a well designed, physically integrated, livable and prosperous community. It shall provide the community with personal attention, accurate and detailed information, and timely responses in a manner that instills public trust and confidence while exceeding service expectation.
