NOTICE OF HEARING TO AMEND THE VILLAGE ZONING REGULATIONS
WOODSTOCK VILLAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
31 The Green
Woodstock, VT 05091
Pursuant to 24 V.S.A. §§ 4441 and 4444, notice is hereby given of a public hearing by the Woodstock Village Board of Trustees to hear public comments on the proposed amendments to the Village Zoning Regulations. The public hearing will take place on September 29th, 2026, beginning at 6:30 PM.
You may access the hearing as follows:
The meeting will be held virtually and in person at Woodstock Town Hall, Large Conference Room (Second Floor), 31 The Green, Woodstock, VT 05091.
To join virtually by computer, click this URL: zoom.us/join and enter the Meeting ID and password:
Meeting ID: 858-7962-2419
Password: 412048
Pursuant to the requirements of 24 V.S.A. §4444(b):
Statement of purpose:
The proposed bylaw amendment is intended to bring Woodstock’s Village zoning regulations into compliance with the Vermont HOME Act (Act 47 of 2023) and support eligibility for Tier 1B status under Act 181 of 2024. The amendment updates permitted uses and dimensional standards to support additional housing and adds subdivision regulations.
The amendment also modernizes and streamlines permitting and review procedures, including revisions to the Design Review and Conservation Overlay Districts. These changes clarify review standards and procedures, establish more objective criteria, shorten review timelines, and provide an expedited administrative approval process for minor projects.
Districts affected:
The proposed amendments apply to all areas and zoning districts within the Village of Woodstock.
Sections Amended:
Section 101 Enactment
Section 102 Title
Section 103 Purpose
Section 104 Severability
Section 105 Interpretation
Section 106 Amendments
Section 107 Precedence of Regulation
Section 201 Establishment of Base Zoning Districts and Map
Section 202 Establishment of Overlay Zoning Districts and Map
Section 203 Interpretation of Zoning District Boundaries
Section 204 Application of Regulations
Section 205 Construction Approved Prior To Amendment of Regulations
Section 301 Summary Table
Section 302 Uses Exempt from Permitting
Section 303 Uses Not Listed
Section 304 Community (COM)
Section 305 Residential Three Acre (R3)
Section 306 Residential One Acre (R1)
Section 307 Residential Low Density (RLD)
Section 308 Residential Medium Density (RMD)
Section 309 Residential High Density (RHD)
Section 310 Residential/Office (RO)
Section 311 Central Commercial (CC)
Section 312 Commercial/Light Industrial (CLI)
Section 313 Light Commercial (LC)
Section 314 Inn (INN)
Section 315 Planned Development
Section 401 Purpose
Section 402 Precedence
Section 403 Conservation Overlay District
Section 404 Flood Hazard Overlay District
Section 405 Design Review Overlay District
Section 406 Scenic Ridgeline Overlay District
Section 501 Access and Safety
Section 502 Corner Lots
Section 503 Density
Section 504 Nonconforming Lots
Section 505 Height Exceptions
Section 506 Nonconforming Uses and Nonconforming Structures
Section 507 Off-Street Parking
Section 508 Open Storage
Section 509 Performance Standards
Section 510 Prohibited Uses
Section 511 Public Use Limitations
Section 512 Subsurface Disposal of Sewage
Section 513 Multiple Use of Lots
Section 601 Accessory Structures Within the Setback
Section 602 Affordable Housing Density Bonus
Section 603 Bed and Breakfast Establishment
Section 604 Bodies of Water
Section 605 Buffer Strip
Section 606 Cellular/Communication Towers
Section 607 Day Care Home/Facility
Section 608 Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Section 609 Dish Antennae
Section 610 Exterior Lighting
Section 611 Fences
Section 612 Home Occupation
Section 613 Landscaping/Grading
Section 614 Motor Vehicle Repair and Filling Stations
Section 615 Outdoor Displays
Section 616 Signs
Section 617 Special Care Facility
Section 618 Short-term Rentals
Section 619 Temporary Ramp
Section 701 Applicability
Section 702 Minor Subdivision Review Procedure
Section 703 Major Subdivision Review Procedure
Section 704 Application Materials
Section 705 Boundary Adjustments
Section 706 General Standards
Section 707 Road and Access Standards
Section 708 Drainage and Erosion Control
Section 709 Fire Protection
Section 710 Additional Conditions
Section 711 As-built Plans
Section 712 Revision of Approved Plat
Section 713 Public Acceptance of Roads and Open Spaces
Section 714 Performance Bond
Section 715 Legal Arrangements
Section 801 Administrative Officer
Section 802 Acting Administrative Officer
Section 803 Planning Commission
Section 804 Development Review Board
Section 805 Hearings
Section 806 Conservation Commission
Section 807 Village Design Advisory Committee
Section 808 Zoning Permit
Section 809 Application Information
Section 810 Site Plan Review
Section 811 Conditional Use
Section 812 Bond Term and Forfeiture
Section 813 Inspections
Section 814 Certificate of Occupancy
Section 815 Penalties
Section 816 Variances
Section 817 Waivers
Section 818 Development Review Board Limitations
Section 819 Appeals from Decisions of Administrative Officer
Section 820 Appeals from Decision of Village Development Review Board
Section 821 Public Notice
The full text of the Village Zoning Regulations is available for review online at townofwoodstock.org/planningcommission.