The Plan

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

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The Comprehensive Plan is a document that serves as the statement of goals, policies and recommendations, guiding future development and land use decisions of the physical environment of the City of Portage. 

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​​Why a New Plan?

• Since the adoption of the 2009 plan, numerous ordinances, policies and land use changes have been approved.

• The population of the City has also changed significantly.

• Development dynamics continue to shift from urban to rural areas.

• Porter County has become very attractive to Illinois residents.

• Continued changes and development pressures require a review of the City and its municipal boundary.

• Opportunities for economic development exist that need to be considered.

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Goals For the Plan

The City has preliminarily established the following goals for the new Comprehensive Plan:

• Create a balanced land use pattern for the City.

• Address prevailing land use and transportation issues in the City.

• Create livable neighborhoods where adequate amenities are available.

• Protect and maintain natural and man-made resources of the City.

• Create a sustainable environment where future developments are properly placed and managed. 

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What is the Outcome for the City?

The outcome of the Plan will be determined by the policies and objectives of the Plan as outlined and articulated by the residents of the City. The City aspires the outcome will include the following:

• An integrated and comprehensive plan.

• Expanded livability and quality of life for all Portage residents.

• Cohesive community connections; not sparse subdivisions without any character.

• Consistent service levels across the area.