We Plan with Purpose,
and People in Mind.
Professional urban planning and housing expertise that strengthens communities, drives sustainable growth, and ensures equitable outcomes.
Cross-Sector Expertise.
Community-First Vision.
At Baystate Planning & Consulting, we bring over 10 years of cross-sector experience in municipal, regional, and international planning.
Our founder, Jasifa Chowdhury, is an Urban Planner and Housing Policy Specialist with a strong track record in affordable housing, zoning, land use strategy, climate resilience, and federal/state grant writing.
Communities
Our Services
From comprehensive master plans to targeted technical assistance — we deliver the planning expertise your community needs at every scale.
Your Zoning & Permitting Partner
Navigating approvals, variances, and rezoning is where projects stall. Baystate brings deep municipal experience to move your work forward — from first concept to final approval.
We've worked from both sides of the table: inside planning departments and as consultants. We know how to prepare applications that get approved and how to engage planning boards effectively.
The Planning Brain Behind Your Software
Building for municipalities? We speak both languages — planning policy and software development. Baystate helps GovTech companies build products that work inside real government workflows, and helps towns find and deploy the right tools.
We've worked inside planning departments, housing authorities, and regional commissions — so we know the workflows, the pain points, and what procurement boards actually look for.
“To shape communities that are sustainable, inclusive, and resilient — where people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds can thrive.”
We partner with municipalities, nonprofits, and private organizations to navigate complex planning challenges with clarity and creativity. By combining technical expertise with authentic community engagement, we deliver practical solutions that balance growth, equity, and environmental stewardship.
Work With UsLet's Build Something Together
Whether you're a municipality, architect, developer, or nonprofit — we'd love to hear about your project and explore how Baystate can help.