Why a Master Plan?
The current Warren County Master Plan was last amended in 2011. This new Master Plan will help guide growth and development in the County over the next 10 to 20 years. The Master Plan serves as a guide for the County for rezoning decisions, land development regulations, transportation improvements, budgeting, coordination of infrastructure, and more. The Master Plan is not a regulatory document. Instead, it is a guide that reflects the values and aspirations of Warren County, crafted with input from residents, businesses, and service providers.
How Can I Get Involved?
Community engagement will be an essential part of updating the Master Plan. An Advisory Committee will help guide the planning. A countywide survey will help shape plan goals and priorities. There will be numerous opportunities for resident input, including multiple in-person open houses, a countywide survey, small group meetings, a website, and social media. In addition to extensive community engagement, the final Master Plan will go through a formal adoption process, including a public review period and approval by the Planning & Zoning Commission.
Upcoming Schedule:
Fall: Plan kickoff.
November: Advisory Committee Meeting #1
November - December: Stakeholder Meetings
Early 2026: Countywide survey
Benefits of an Updated Master Plan:
Logical Land Use Decision Making
An updated Master Plan will be a guide for the Planning Commission when reviewing rezoning requests, conditional use permits, subdivision plats, and other land use decisions.
Strategic Guide for Future Growth and Change
While the future cannot be predicted, the County can plan and manage for growth and change.
Shared Community Priorities
Master Plans are an opportunity to develop consensus on countywide priorities that will help shape growth in the county for the next 10-20 years.
