To schedule an IRT meeting, contact Planning & Regulatory Services Division (DPRS) at City Hall, 445 Main Street, Room 404 or by calling 508-799-1400 ext. 31440 or emailing planning@worcesterma.gov.

Attendees are welcome to bring engineers, architects, attorneys, etc. to discuss the proposal. The more detailed the plans, renderings and project concept, and the more specific the questions, the more responsive and helpful staff can be. Staff recommends including the following in your application:

The key review staff members present at the meetings review submitted plans and regularly advise Boards/Commissions (Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission, Historic Commission and the License Commission) on issues such as drainage, utility connections, proximity to wetlands, compliance with Zoning Ordinance's dimensional requirements, landscaping, parking requirements and more. Representative generally include staff from Planning, Building & Zoning, Conservation, Historical, Housing, Fire, DPW, Transportation and Engineering.

1. Zoning compliance of a proposal with respect to use, and dimensional requirements (e.g., setbacks, and off-street parking requirements).
2. Policies regarding landscaping, open space, lighting, buffers to abutting properties, etc.
3. Public safety provisions in site design such as Fire Department access to structures, fire hydrants, signage etc.
4. Stormwater management requirements, wetlands protection and erosion controls.
5. Proposed curb cuts, parking layout, vehicular and pedestrian circulation on a site.
6. Sewer, water and drain connections require

Common reasons for scheduling an IRT meeting may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. IRT Meetings are not required, but are encouraged, especially for large or complex projects.
2. If you or your representatives have questions regarding the City's permitting process.
3. If your development has specific engineering issues or questions.
4. If your development requires one or more Board/Commission approvals and you have questions regarding what information staff and/or the Board will require or recommend be submitted.