Since adopting its Comprehensive Plan in 2017, the Newport population has increased, contrary to projections. For this and other reasons, housing availability in Newport is not meeting demand. To address this issue head on, the City of Newport sought technical assistance from RIHousing and its consultant, Libra Planners, to create a new housing plan that is consistent with current conditions. This will allow Newport to perform the necessary policy shifts to address its growing housing crisis.This housing plan, adopted as an ordinance by the City Council on August 28, 2024, complies with the Rhode Island Comprehensive Planning and Land Use Act. The Goals, Policies and Actions outlined in this update are in line with the vision of the 2017 Newport Comprehensive Plan, the Newport North End Urban Plan and state housing planning requirements. For more information visit: