The Purpose of the Plan
Plain City is at a critical moment of growth and change. This update to the Comprehensive Plan will serve as a blueprint helping leaders make smart, forward-looking decisions—preserving its character while preparing for the future. The plan update will:
- Guide Strategic Growth, Direct housing and development to areas that align with community values and maintain Plain City’s small-town charm.
- Align Infrastructure & Land Use, Coordinate infrastructure investments—like water, sewer, and transportation—with land use priorities to support long-term, sustainable growth.
- Support Economic Development, Strengthen the local economy by supporting existing businesses and positioning the Village to attract new jobs and investment.
- Prepare for City Status, Plan for Plain City’s expected transition to city status by 2030, ensuring services, governance, and amenities are ready to evolve with the community.
- Clarify Roles for Action, Distinguish where the Village can control, influence, or advocate—empowering more effective decision-making at every level.
- Define a Clear Vision for Growth, Identify where development should (and should not) occur through a Future Land Use Map and policy tools to guide zoning and investment.
- Prioritize Investments, Match growth and development to infrastructure needs—like roads, parks, utilities, and public facilities—to ensure smart use of resources.
- Reflect the Community’s Voice, Ground every decision in resident input, ensuring the plan reflects the lived experience, values, and hopes of the people who call Plain City home.
