Cape Cod Commission

Government AdministrationMassachusetts, United States51-200 Employees

The Cape Cod Commission is a regional authority responsible for land use planning and regulation, established in 1990 to serve the 15 municipalities of Barnstable County. Based in Barnstable, Massachusetts, it operates within the government administration sphere with a mandate to balance environmental protection and economic progress. It leads, supports, and enforces regional plans, policies, regulations, and infrastructure development while providing planning and technical assistance to the member towns.

The commission serves the 15 Cape Cod towns by delivering professional, cost-effective planning services and research to inform development decisions and community impacts. It emphasizes collaboration with state and federal agencies and local communities to manage growth and protect natural resources, aiming to sustain a year-round economy with well-preserved habitats and open spaces and improved regional infrastructure. In 2026, it began a collaboration with the Town of Brewster to develop criteria for evaluating town-owned parcels.

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