Zoning & land use — Putney, Vermont

What can I build? Do I need a development permit?

The Town of Putney, Vermont has 3 adopted ordinances on file: Putney Highway Access Ordinance; Town of Putney Subdivision Regulations; Town of Putney Zoning Regulations, verified 2026-09-22.

Putney Highway Access Ordinance adopted ordinance

Requires a Highway Superintendent permit before constructing any new driveway accessing a Town road; sets standards for turnarounds, sight distances (100-200 ft by speed zone), gradients, entrance width/angle, surfacing, and culverts; Selectboard may grant relief via Special Permit.

Town of Putney Subdivision Regulations adopted ordinance

Governs subdivision review before the DRB: waivers, design/improvement standards, and plat approval procedures. Last amended May 22, 2021 (prior amendments 2005, 2007, 2008).

Town of Putney Zoning Regulations adopted ordinance

Full zoning code: administration/DRB/Planning Commission procedures, use tables, dimensional standards, and flood hazard area review. Basic text effective March 4, 1997 (replacing a 1978 ordinance); most recently amended May 22, 2021.

Machine-readable: zoning.json · Official website: https://www.putneyvt.gov/ · Last verified 2026-09-22 · Zoning & land use across Vermont · Zoning & land use in other municipalities