Town of Poultney Retail Market Analysis

In 2019, Camoin 310 was commissioned by Rutland Regional Planning Commission to contribute research and data analysis towards the development of a downtown economic assessment plan for the Town of Poultney. Namely this work focuses on a retail leakage study to assess the retail market needs in downtown Poultney. The following report consists of:

• Demographic and Socioeconomic Trends

• Business Summary

• Retail Market Analysis detailing surplus and business potential

• Recommendations centered around downtown Poultney’s retail market

Our recommendations are based on a comprehensive analysis of existing conditions the Town of Poultney and Rutland County, with comparisons to trends at the state and national level as necessary. Data were gathered for demographic, economic, and retail market trends, and informed by insight gained through discussions with stakeholders from the community.

Findings from this analysis were used to develop recommendations for this project, revealing existing strengths, identifying opportunities, and highlighting areas where the community’s goals and vision are well-supported by existing trends and resources.