With the adoption of Landscapes3, the County continues its pledge to balance growth and preservation. Planning must address growth pressure created by an anticipated 145,000 additional residents by the year 2040 in order to sustain Chester County as a great place to live, work and recreate.
Landscapes3 recommits to the following core principles that will position the county and its municipalities for success:
Resource Preservation
Recommit to protecting the county's open spaces, natural areas, and historic landscapes
Revitalized Centers
Guide compatible growth to the county's urban and suburban centers
Housing Diversity
Provide for diverse and affordable housing meeting the needs of all residents
Transportation Choices
Expand public transit, pedestrian, and bicycle networks
Collaboration
Promote effective multi-municipal and partner cooperation
Resiliency
Respond to changing markets, technology and environmental forces