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Community Development & Planning
The Department of Community Development & Planning (DCDP) is responsible for planning for and implementing the City’s long-range goals for the built environment and the community. In addition to long range planning, Department Staff oversee current planning efforts, including land use and building permits, zoning enforcement, conservation, and historic preservation permits.
The Department also includes the operation and maintenance of the Commanders Mansion, a historic event venue, support for the Community Preservation Committee, and the Wellness Team.
Additionally, The Department Staff also serves as a representative for the city on multiple local and regional efforts including the Watertown Transportation Management Association (WTMA), Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Advisory Board, the Massachusetts Association of Planning Directors, the Mystic River Watershed Municipal Subcommittee, the regional HOME Consortium, and Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), and other efforts as necessary. In addition, the Director serves as a member of the School Building Committee which is focused on renovations/rebuilding of the elementary schools and high school.
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Conservation Commission | Community WellnessFramers' MarketLive Well Watertown Watertown Cares | Zoning and Code EnforcementZoning Code EnforcementGeneral Code Enforcement |
Events TeamCommanders MansionFaire on the Square City Events | Community Preservation Act (CPA)Community Preservation Committee |