Comprehensive Plan
/kəmˈprihɛnsɪv plæn/
Definitions
- (n.) A detailed, long-term strategy document adopted by a governmental body outlining goals, policies, and future actions for land use, development, and resource management within a jurisdiction.
The city council updated its comprehensive plan to guide growth over the next twenty years.
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Commentary
Often required by state law for municipal planning, comprehensive plans serve as a legal framework guiding zoning and development decisions.
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