Conclusion

Essential Principles and Practices Recognize the distinct roles local officials have in the process, and respect differences in roles and responsibilities A thorough municipal planning process is essential for a community’s long-term vitality Once adopted, the municipal plan can be implemented through both regulatory and non-regulatory measures

Essential Principles and Practices State law prescribes a process for adopting, amendment, appeals, and enforcement, all of which must be followed very closely Critical to conduct effective meetings and hearings, which involve the public in appropriate ways and protect the due process rights of parties.