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Location: Town of Shaftsbury, VT PO Box 409 61 Buck Hill Road Shaftsbury, Vermont 05262	Contact Numbers: Phone: (802) 442-4038 Fax: (802) 442-0955 Email:
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Land RecordsDid you know that you can search Shaftsbury Land Records Online?

We are migrating the land records. If you are looking for records that have not been moved yet, please contact the Town Clerk.

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Zoning permit fees

Property Taxes - On time only

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You will be charged a convenience fee:

Credit cards: 2.65%, minimum $3.00

Bank draft: $1.50

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Welcome to Shaftsbury, Vermont

We are located near everything. Forest hiking, local food farms, historic architecture - you don't even have to leave the city limits. Covered bridges, colleges, arts and culture - you could get there by bicycle. New York, Boston, Montreal - half a day's drive. Or don't go anywhere - step out your door at night and let our dark skies bedazzle you with brilliant stars, planets and the Milky Way. Explore what Shaftsbury offers the beauty and quiet of rural living with city convenience within easy reach.

New and Revised Town Ordinances

Proposed changes to The Town of Shaftsbury Zoning Bylaws and Land Use Regulations
Speed Zone Ordinance
Firearms Ordinance
Dog Ordinance

Shaftsbury Town News

Stay informed and check the website often. We will place all the town news here.

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Shaftsbury Solar Project

Residents have approached the Selectboard and Planning Commission with concerns over a proposed 20MW solar project in Shaftsbury. The first official notification to the Town is attached. While the Town is planning a public meeting in February on the project the final decision will be made by the State Public Utilities Commission. Links below will help residents understand the hearing process. The date and time for the public meeting will be announced shortly.

View the 1st Notification. pdf
Citizen’s Guide to the Public Utilities Commission
Public Participation and Intervention