Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan
The Town of Hunter, together with the Villages of Hunter and Tannersville, is undertaking a joint update of its Comprehensive Plan to establish a shared vision, clear goals, and actionable recommendations that will guide future land use, development, and municipal decision making across all three communities. This collaborative approach reflects best practices in planning, promotes coordination between neighboring jurisdictions, and provides a cost effective path forward. The updated plan will focus on Smart Growth principles, expanding affordable housing opportunities and supporting sustainable economic development. Committee meetings will be held monthly, with several public workshops scheduled throughout the year to ensure meaningful community input.
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Collaborative Planning
The plan will engage in an inclusive, public planning process that considers the needs and character of the community.
Sustainability & Housing
Incorporating climate adaptation and increasing affordable housing opportunities as well as addressing seasonality & short-term rentals.
Infrastructure & Development
Prioritizing infill and redevelopment of existing buildings to revitalize our neighborhoods and downtown areas.
What is a “Smart Growth” Plan?
Smart Growth promotes several land use planning principles that create livable, sustainable and equitable communities, including:
Allow for and encourage neighborhoods with a mix of uses, such as residential, commercial and community spaces.
Enable a diverse mix of housing types, providing opportunity and choice for people of all ages, abilities and incomes.
Provide well-planned, equitable, and accessible public spaces for people of all ages and abilities.
Preserve open space, agricultural resources, and natural resources.
Promote climate resiliency and adaptation, preferably through nature-based solutions, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Build on unique traits to create an attractive and welcoming community with a strong sense of place.
