City of Worcester, Massachusetts

Developer's Guidebook

Building in Worcester: A Developer’s Guide is a professional, easy-to-read guide to zoning and development in Worcester.  The guidebook explains step-by-step the process for applications, reviews, and permits required for most building development in the City – whether a by-right zoning approval process or special reviews such as Variances, Special Permits, Site Plan Review, Off Street Parking Review, or Approval Not Required Plans.  It includes easy-to-read flow charts and has a special section on the expedited permitting process for certain parcels designated as Priority Development Sites by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. View or download the guidebook here.