Kitsap County Announces Preferred Alternative for Comprehensive Plan Update

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May 7th, 2024

Kitsap County Announces Preferred Alternative for Comprehensive Plan Update

Final Draft plans expected in August

The Kitsap County Board of Commissioners has selected a preferred alternative for the Comprehensive Plan Update. This decision is a crucial step in guiding the county’s strategic growth and development, aligned with the community's needs and state mandates.

The Comprehensive Plan, required by Washington State's Growth Management Act, forms the foundation for the County’s development strategies. It addresses essential areas such as land use, housing, transportation, and environmental conservation. Once finalized, it will govern how Kitsap communities grow over the next 20 years.  

“Selecting Preferred Alternative 2 underscores our proactive and thoughtful approach to community development," said Katie Walters, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. "We are grateful for the community’s engagement and input, which has significantly shaped this outcome."

Now that the alternate has been selected, staff will refine the plan in preparation for final review and adoption later this year. Revised drafts of the Environmental Impact Statement, Comprehensive Plan elements, Capital Facilities Plan, and Development Regulations are anticipated in August. Board adoption is expected in December.

Residents are encouraged to stay engaged and provide feedback as the County moves towards finalizing the documents. Ongoing input will play a vital role in refining the plans and ensuring they meet both current and future needs.

For more details on the selected alternative and to stay updated on the progress of the Comprehensive Plan Update, please visit the Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan Update website or email the Comprehensive Plan team.

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Links used in this document:

Preferred Alternative 2: https://www.kitsap.gov/dcd/PEP%20Documents/Comp%20Plan%20BOCC%20Pref%20Alt%20Recs%20050624%20(003).pdf

Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan website: http://kitsap.gov/dcd/pages/comprehensiveplanupdate_2024.aspx

Email the Comprehensive Plan team: compplan@kitsap.gov

Website: www.Kitsap.gov

Sign up for our updates:  https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAKITSAP/subscriber/new

Contact:

Krista Carlson, Communications Manager & PIO, klcarlson@kitsap.gov, (564) 222-0375

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Questions? Email compplan@kitsap.gov

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