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Project Message #1 November 27, 2017
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What is the
Comprehensive Plan?
The Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan describes the 20-year
vision for unincorporated Kitsap County and how that vision will be achieved. The plan covers land use, economic development, environment, housing, human services, transportation, capital facilities and utilities, as well as parks and recreation and open space. The Comprehensive
Plan is mandated by the Washington State Growth Management Act (RCW 36.70A).
How often does the
Comprehensive Plan get changed?
Major Comprehensive Plan updates are mandated by the state every
8-years. The last major update of the Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan was adopted
in 2016. In-between major updates, the
County may choose to consider minor amendments to the Comprehensive Plan on an
annual basis. The Board of County
Commissioners have opened the annual Comprehensive Plan amendment process for
2018. Learn more about the annual amendment process for 2018.
Where are we in the
annual amendment process for 2018?
We are currently in the first phase of the process, called
the scoping phase, which will determine what amendments will be considered in
2018. The Board of County Commissioners
do this through the adoption of a docket resolution for the annual Comprehensive
Plan amendment process. The docket resolution describes what types of amendments will be considered. The Board of
County Commissioners intends to adopt the docket resolution by the end of December
2017.
How can I comment?
A public comment period is currently open on the staff recommendation.
Oral and written public testimony may be made during a
public hearing scheduled for 5:30 PM on Monday, December 11, 2017 in the
Chambers, Kitsap County Administration Building (see office location below).
Written comments submitted in advance
of the public hearing are due by 11:59 PM on Sunday, December 10, 2017 and may
be submitted:
Online via computer or mobile device (preferred
method)
By email to compplan@co.kitsap.wa.us
- By mail (see mailing address below)
- Dropped off at the Department of Community
Development (see office location below)
View Submitted Comments
What will happen next?
The next phase of the annual amendment process, called the
development phase, is when most county-sponsored amendments (including
alternatives, if appropriate) are developed.
If the docket allows for the submittal of applications from interested
parties, they will be accepted during a short application period beginning in
January 2018.
How can I stay
informed throughout the process?
An online
open house will
be kept current and available throughout the process and notifications will be
sent to everyone that subscribe to Comprehensive Plan Announcements. Subscribe now to ensure you receive future notifications.
CONTACT
Department of Community
Development
Planning & Environmental
Programs
(360) 337-5777 (Kitsap1)
compplan@co.kitsap.wa.us
Mailing Address
614 Division Street - MS36
Port Orchard, WA 98366
Office Location
619 Division Street
Port Orchard, Washington
Media Contact: Natalie Marshall
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