Development News for State College, Pennsylvania

CRCOG Presents Comprehensive Plan Update and Future Land Use Map to State College Council and Planning Commission

The Center Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) presented an update on the comprehensive plan and the future land use map to the joint meeting of the State College Borough Council and Planning Commission. The presentation covered the purpose and benefits of a regional comprehensive plan, current progress on the plan update, key themes identified, and detailed classifications of land use, particularly focusing on residential density. Historical context of the regional growth boundary and sewer service area was provided, along with data on development capacity through the REDCap report. The meeting also addressed the alignment of the future land use map with the borough's new zoning ordinance, highlighting specific population and housing unit projections for State College Borough. Discussions included concerns about census undercounts, the nature of housing development (student vs. owner-occupied), and strategies for fostering housing variety. The importance of shared land uses among participating municipalities was emphasized, with an agreement to document these in an implementation agreement. Next steps involve further review and feedback through neighborhood meetings and committee discussions, aiming for adoption of the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance updates. Public comment included discussions on transportation infrastructure, consolidation of municipalities, and housing needs.