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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN?

A Comprehensive Plan is broken up into different elements. Each element has its own goals and policies. The entire Comprehensive Plan will be reviewed and updated with review to include the following elements or chapters: Land Use Housing Parks Natural Systems Climate Economic Development Utilities Transportation Capital Facilities In addition, Port Orchard will have various … Continued

WHO DECIDES WHAT THE PLAN SAYS?

With guidance from the Growth Management Act (GMA), Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC), Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council (KRCC), and the Department of Commerce, the Plan is required to meet a variety of different requirements. City Staff will engage the community to develop a vision based on community goals and state and regional requirements. A draft … Continued

WHY DO WE NEED A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN?

Every community needs a vision. Historically, growth in Washington State has led to issues of urban sprawl, loss of farmland, natural resource degradation, and uncoordinated capital facilities. In 1990, the Growth Management Act was passed, which required us to plan for the future. The Plan will guide where housing and business growth should occur, how … Continued

WHAT IS THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN?

The Comprehensive Plan is the 20-year framework for local policy, planning, and capital facility investment through the year 2044. This plan is used as a guide for the City by establishing vision statements, goals, objectives, policies, and implementing actions. This framework is intended to guide the day-to-day decisions of elected officials and City staff. Washington … Continued

How do I apply for animal/pet licensing?

To register your pet, and if you are within Port Orchard City Limits, visit https://lf.portorchardwa.gov/Forms/animal-license  If you are outside city limits, please visit the Kitsap County Humane website at http://www.kitsap-humane.org/programs-services/licensing/.  

What is the Imagine Port Orchard IDEA?

A group of community members and local businesses had a dream for the downtown areas of Port Orchard. They put their heads together and decided to make some amazing things happen! Imagine Port Orchard is a movement. It’s an idea that anything we can imagine, we can make possible if we work together as a … Continued

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