Development News for Patton, Pennsylvania

CRPA Presents Comprehensive Plan Update and Future Land Use Map to State College Officials

The Center Region Council of Governments (CRPA) staff presented an update on the comprehensive plan and future land use map to the State College Borough Council and Planning Commission. The discussion focused on the process of updating the plan, defining shared land uses, and aligning the future land use map with municipal zoning ordinances. CRPA staff highlighted the importance of regional planning, the history of the regional growth boundary and sewer service area, and presented data on development capacity (REDCap report). They also discussed the residential land use classifications and their calculation based on dwelling units per acre. Community feedback on housing, light industrial needs, and conservation were identified as key priorities. The session included discussions on population projections, housing unit needs, and the challenges of accurate census data, particularly in college towns. Concerns were raised about the methodology for calculating housing needs, the prevalence of student housing versus owner-occupied units, and the potential for market manipulation due to limited development opportunities. The meeting also touched upon the timeline for reviewing and adopting the new zoning ordinance, emphasizing the need for thorough public and professional review, and the potential for future revisions based on feedback.