The mission of the Planning Department is to understand the values and goals of the community and facilitate progress toward a shared long-term vision of a responsible, balanced and inviting South Kingstown. The Planning Department works collaboratively with the public, key stakeholders, boards and commissions, municipal departments and state agencies to promote holistic decision making that reflects the community’s aspirations. 

The primary objectives of the Planning Department are:

1. To engage the public in long term community planning; 
2. To ensure land use regulations reflect the community’s shared vision; 
3. To review development for consistency with regulations; and 
4. To assist boards and commissions with projects that make progress toward identified goals.

The core values of public participation, equity, fairness, consistency and innovation guide the Planning Department’s work.