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Chapter 2 Planning Principles of the Comprehensive Plan: • Principle 2 – Sustainable Growth and Development: Growth and development within the county should occur in a pattern, location, and density that is sustainable over the long-term. • Principle 4 – Natural Area Resource Preservation: Protection of the County’s natural areas, including forests, wildlife, habitat, and other important open spaces, should be a priority. The County should work with regional and local organizations, the towns, and private landowners to promote and achieve preservation of the County’s important natural resources. Chapter 4 Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan: • Housing Goal 1 – A wide-range of types and densities of quality housing affordable to all in all parts of the County. • Housing Goal 4 - Development ordinances and incentives that promote inclusionary practices and housing options for all income levels. Chapter 5 Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan: • Land Use Goal 1 – Fiscally and environmentally responsible, sustainable growth consistent with the provision of adequate services and facilities and a high quality of life. • Land Use Goal 2 – Land uses that are appropriate to on-site environmental conditions and features and that protect natural resources, cultural resources, and community character. • Land Use Goal 3 – A variety of land uses that are coordinated within a program and pattern that limits sprawl, preserves community and rural character, minimizes land use conflicts, and supported by an efficient and balanced transportation system. • Land Use Goal 4 – Land development regulations, guidelines, techniques, and/or incentives that promote the integrated achievement of all Comprehensive Plan goals. 4. New Statutes and Rules N/A C. PROCESS 1. TIMEFRAME/MILESTONES/DEADLINES a. BOCC Authorization to Proceed May 5, 2016 b. Quarterly Public Hearing November 21, 2016 c. BOCC Updates/Checkpoints 15