Welcome to the Town of Dorset Website:
Chartered in 1761, Dorset is a vibrant and historic community nestled in the hills of southern Vermont.
Dorset is well known for its mountains, valleys & New England village charm. The quality of life and schools make Dorset a great place to live. This website covers municipal services and operations.
Dorset is well known for its mountains, valleys & New England village charm. The quality of life and schools make Dorset a great place to live. This website covers municipal services and operations.
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PUBLIC NOTICES:
2025 Reappraisal:
The preliminary notice of results of the 2025 reappraisal will be issued the week of May 19th. All property owners will receive a letter with the results of the recent work done by New England Municipal Consulting (NEMC). The informal hearings will be held starting on Tuesday June 3rd, 2025 thru Saturday June 7th 2025 at Dorset Town Offices, 112 Mad Tom Road. Daytime and evening hours will be available. Please email the Assessing Department: dorsetlister@gmail.com or call 802-362-4571 x 6, Monday through Thursday from 10:00am to 4:00pm to set up an appointment. If needed, please leave a message and we will return your call.
Mailing Address:
Assessing Department
Town of Dorset
PO Box 715
East Dorset, VT 05253
All information must be received by June 2, 2025 at 4:00pm to be considered in this informal phase.
By Appointment ONLY, Appointment windows below:
Tuesday 6/3 9:00am to 5:00pm
Wednesday 6/4 9:00am to 5:00pm
Thursday 6/5 12:00pm to 8:00pm
Friday 6/6 12:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday 6/7 9:00am to 2:00pm
Raptor Lane Housing RFQ:
The Dorset Select Board recently approved a Request for Qualifications seeking information from housing developers for possible project(s) at Raptor Lane.
The Dorset Housing Committee and Select Board are seeking to support workforce and senior housing in the community and the RFQ will determine which possible partner organizations are able to work with the Town of this issue.
A copy of the RFQ and supporting documents are listed below:
The Dorset Housing Committee and Select Board are seeking to support workforce and senior housing in the community and the RFQ will determine which possible partner organizations are able to work with the Town of this issue.
A copy of the RFQ and supporting documents are listed below:
| Raptor Lane RFQ May 2025 |
Dorset Short Term Rental Ordinance:
| dorset_str_ordinance_amended_1-21-2025.pdf |
| STR Registration Form 4-9-24 |
Dorset Housing Needs Study 2024:
| Dorset Housing Needs Study 2024 |
Upcoming Meetings:
Selectboard - Tuesday May 20th at 7pm
Planning Commission - Tuesday June 3rd at 7pm
Selectboard - Tuesday May 20th at 7pm
Planning Commission - Tuesday June 3rd at 7pm
Dorset Selectboard adopts Declaration of Inclusion:
Declaration of Inclusion
The Town of Dorset condemns racism and welcomes all persons, regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, or disability, and wants everyone to feel safe and welcome in our community.
As a town, we formally condemn all discrimination in all forms, commit to fair and equal treatment of everyone in our community, and will strive to ensure all of our action, policies, and operating procedures reflect this commitment.
The Town of Dorset has and will continue to be a place where individuals can live freely and express their opinions.
By the Dorset Selectboard on December 20, 2021.
The Town of Dorset condemns racism and welcomes all persons, regardless of race, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, or disability, and wants everyone to feel safe and welcome in our community.
As a town, we formally condemn all discrimination in all forms, commit to fair and equal treatment of everyone in our community, and will strive to ensure all of our action, policies, and operating procedures reflect this commitment.
The Town of Dorset has and will continue to be a place where individuals can live freely and express their opinions.
By the Dorset Selectboard on December 20, 2021.
RECREATION INFO:
Dorset Residents:
Did you know the Town offers a discount on:
How to claim the discount:
Simply fill out the reimbursement form with proof of payment and residency and the Town will send you a check for the discount. Discounts are calculated at 25% of program costs with a maximum of $150 per child.
Reimbursement forms can be picked up and dropped off at the Town Offices 112 Mad Tom Road East Dorset or emailed to: townmanager@gmail.com
Recreation Scholarships are available to families making less than $60,000 per year. Scholarships are $300 towards programs.
Dorset Residents:
Did you know the Town offers a discount on:
- JISP
- Riley Rink Programs
- MPR Summer Programs
- Long Trail Summer Programs
- Free Entry at Emerald Lake State Park
- Recreation Scholarships
- Swim Lessons at Lawrence School
How to claim the discount:
Simply fill out the reimbursement form with proof of payment and residency and the Town will send you a check for the discount. Discounts are calculated at 25% of program costs with a maximum of $150 per child.
Reimbursement forms can be picked up and dropped off at the Town Offices 112 Mad Tom Road East Dorset or emailed to: townmanager@gmail.com
Recreation Scholarships are available to families making less than $60,000 per year. Scholarships are $300 towards programs.
| RECREATION REIMBURSEMENT FORM |
| RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION |
Northshire Economic Development Study:
| NED Study 2016 |
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| Town Report 2023 |
2022 Dorset Town Report:
| Dorset Town Report 2022 |
2021 Dorset Town Report:
| TOWN REPORT 2021 |
2020 Dorset Town Report:
| TOWN REPORT 2020 |
2019 Dorset Town Report:
| TOWN REPORT 2019 |
2018 Dorset Town Report:
| TOWN REPORT 2018 |
2017 Dorset
Town Report
| TOWN REPORT 2017 |
2016 Dorset Town Report
| TOWN REPORT 2016 |
