A general community plan that describes land use patterns according to whether a given district or parcel will be devoted to residential, commercial or industrial use. This plan also includes transportation Public facilities, and sometimes social services or redevelopment (urban renewal) plans as well
An official document adopted by a local government setting forth its general policies regarding the long-term physical development of a city or other area.
The comprehensive plan is the basic foundation for local planning. It lays out a community's vision and priorities and describes where, how, and in some cases when development will occur. Comprehensive plans stipulate the ultimate goals and the rules of the game efficient transportation; adequate employment; affordable and adequate housing; community and individual pride; and access to clean air, water and open space.
A document or documents setting forth policies for the future of a community. It is based upon existing physical, economic and social conditions, and a projection of future conditions.
A comprehensive plan is a written document that identifies the goals, objectives, principles, guidelines, policies, standards, and strategies for the growth and development of the community.
a document that sets long-term goals for city growth and development
a general policy document and cannot be used as a direct enforcement tool
a guide for all future activities by City Government
a guide for community land use development
an official public document adopted by a local government as a policy guide to decisions about the physical development of the community
a policy document setting forth a vision for the community
a policy guide that sets forth directions for the future of a community
a public document available from your city or town clerk, sometimes for a small copying charge
a vision statement outlining general guidelines for local development
a written and graphic document that serves as a guide for community growth
The official public document adopted by a community as the policy guide for decisions about its future development and redevelopment. It consists of a vision for the community, background data, goals, policy statements, standards and programs for guiding the physical, social and economic development of a community. A comprehensive plan usually includes, but is not limited to, a land use plan, transportation
A document, or series of documents, that serves as a guide for making land use changes, preparation of capital improvement programs, and the rate, timing, and location of future growth. It is based upon establishing long-term goals and objectives to guide the future growth of a city. It is also known as a Master or General Plan. Elements of a Comprehensive Plan include Economic Development Environment Housing Land Use Recreation and Open Space Transportation
The written plan required by Indiana Code 20-1-6 specifying how the public agency will provide special education and related services in accordance with this rule.
A health insurance plan that provides a range of coverage options based on cost.
Regional, state, or local documents that describe community visions for future growth. Comprehensive plans describe general plans and policies for how communities will grow and the tools that are used to guide land use decisions, and give general, long-range recommendations for community growth. Typical elements include, land use, housing, transportation, environment, economic development, and community facilities.
A plan that gives a complete idea of the present and future developments of the land economics and land policies of a region.
Read more about comprehensive plans from the Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington site.
(see masterplan) a broad-reaching general plan for a large area such as a state, county or municipality. Elements of the plan may include land use, housing, natural resources, traffic and circulation, and child care.
Official plan adopted by local governments that guides decision making over proposed public and private actions affecting community development.
A plan required by the Growth Management Act showing how a local government plans to accommodate the population growth anticipated over the next 20 years. The Plan must show what public facilities are needed and how the local government plans to pay for those facilities needed for a six-year period. Projects in the local government's annual budget are required to conform to the Plan and if the local government cannot provide what it needs, new development must halt.
Guide for community growth over a 10 to 20 year time period. Provides legal support for land use regulation and direction. Also known as a "master plan."
A public document that serves as a long-range guide (20-30 years) for growth, land use, and development decisions in the county. A comprehensive plan helps direct the county in decisions about if, when, and where new growth should occur. To be effective, the plan should not change with each political election or incremental development decisions. The comprehensive plan is implemented through zoning decisions. Every locality in Virginia is required to have a comprehesive plan; however, the state does not require that land use and zoning decisions be consistent with the plan.
The El Dorado Comprehensive Plan, as amended.
The general plan for the county and its supporting components. Every county in Virginia must have a Comprehensive Plan, which spells out policies for future development in order to ensure orderly growth and the protection of the public health and welfare. The Comprehensive Plan may consist of a number of components, such as local area plans, service plans, and specific land-use related resolutions of the Board of Supervisors.
The written product of a process, based on citizen participation, that identifies the goals, objectives, principles, guidelines, policies, standards, and strategies for the growth, development, and protection of the community. The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code requires that a comprehensive plan include a plan for the protection of natural and historic resources.
A document developed by a community to guide future land uses and development. This document is based on long-term community goals and objectives.
An official document in ordinance form adopted by the local government setting forth its goals, objectives, and policies regarding the long-term development of the area within its jurisdiction. In unincorporated Hillsborough County, this refers to the text and maps adopted and amended by the Board of County Commissioners pursuant to Chapter 163.3161, et seq. Florida Statutes, as amended, and it is called the Future of Hillsborough A Comprehensive Plan for Unincorporated Hillsborough County.
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