Final draft of Douglas County's Comprehensive Plan to be presented tonight

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The Douglas County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing tonight, Tuesday, to present the final draft of the Comprehensive Plan and will take input from county residents.

The hearing will take place at the Douglas County Courthouse, Commissioners Room on the second floor beginning at 6 p.m.

The Comprehensive Plan determines the future growth and development of Douglas County – affecting all county residents.

The revised plan proposes changes to zoning districts and ordinances, recommends new policies related to transportation and encourages economic development as well as the preservation of agricultural and rural character.

Also included in the revised plan are new guidelines on development of agricultural and rural-residential land. The new plan restricts development of agricultural core land to 1 dwelling unit per 40 acres; and 1 unit per 10 acres on rural residential land.

If these new restrictions are of concern to you - plan on attending this meeting and give your input.

To view a copy of the final draft go to: www.co.douglas.mn.us/lrm.htm.

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