Municipal Planning Grant
The Municipal Planning Grant supports Vermont towns in research-driven planning, bylaw updates, and resilience projects, funded by the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development.
Funder: Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development
Due Dates: November 2, 2026 | December 2, 2026 (tentative, pending GEARS updates)
Funding Amounts: Up to $30,000 (single municipality) or $45,000 (consortium); 10% local cash match required except for first-time plans/bylaws in very small towns.
Summary: Supports Vermont municipalities in planning and revitalization projects that advance statewide planning goals.
Key Information: Only Vermont municipalities (and consortia) are eligible; application must be submitted via GEARS-IGX online system.
Description
The Municipal Planning Grant (MPG) program, administered by the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development, provides annual funding to Vermont municipalities and municipal consortia for local planning and revitalization projects. Since 1998, the program has awarded over $17 million to support communities in developing strategies for growth, development, and enhanced quality of life, all while aligning with Vermont’s statewide planning goals. Eligible projects include municipal plans, bylaw updates, capital improvement planning, natural resource and flood resilience planning, and other initiatives that help shape the future of Vermont’s towns.
