Planning

The Planning Department provides guidance and support to residents, businesses, and developers to encourage responsible, incremental growth for the Town while ensuring development applications are aesthetically appropriate and protect the quality of life and welfare of its residents. The department is responsible for the following duties:

• Provides analysis and education on land use matters
• Administers the design review process and regulations of the Port Royal Code, a New Urbanist form-based code
• Coordinates the Town's long range planning efforts and initiatives
• Acts as staff support to the Planning Commission, Design Review Board, Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals, and Historic Preservation Committee
• Collaborates with other agencies and jurisdictions on regional planning

Zoning Resources

The Port Royal Code (Development Code)
Port Royal Zoning Map (GIS - Interactive)
Port Royal Zoning Map (PDF)

Planning Resources

Port Royal 2030 Comprehensive Plan
March 2026 Development Report
Port Royal Master Plan (Dover, Kohl & Partners - 1995)
Port Royal Historic Landmark List
Port Royal Tree Ordinance (2024)
What Is New Urbanism?
Form-Based Codes Defined
Missing Middle Housing

Planning and Development Forms

Site Development Permit Application
Design Review Board Application
Historic Preservation Commission Application
Variance Request Submittal Requirements
Zoning Map or Text Amendment Application
Encroachment Permit Application
Sidewalk Program Request
Subdivision Application
Sign Permit Application