Updating the Future Land Use Map
CVRPC is currently updating our Future Land Use (FLU) Map. Revised every 8 years as part of the Regional Plan, this map assigns land use categories to guide the location of different types of development. These documents help steer growth and development in our 23 municipalities. As part of the process, CVRPC met with all member municipalities to review the process. We also welcome input from individual members of the public. See frequently asked questions and learn more at upcoming Q&A sessions.
The Regional Future Land Use Map does not change local zoning, subdivision regulations, or river corridor regulations, and does not replace your Town Plan or your own Future Land Use Map. Local planning decisions remain in local hands.
Future Land Use Area (FLUA) Categories
The Regional Map classifies individual parcels into one of the categories below. These are based on state-wide, standardized criteria. View and comment on the interactive Map here: https://bit.ly/CVRPCFLUMAP. Download a printable color guide to the map.
VAPDA methodology here: https://bit.ly/VAPDAFLUA
Future Land Use Areas and Tier 1
Downtown Centers, Village Centers, Planned Growth Areas, and Village Areas FLUAs on the Regional Future Land Use Map are eligible for Tier 1 status. Tier 1 may be partially or fully exempt from Act 250 review by the state, and instead be reviewed through local permitting processes. Municipalities will need to “opt in” to Tier 1A or Tier 1B if they wish to pursue these Act 250 exemptions. See specific criteria for each FLUA and Tier 1A and 1B eligibility requirements. Download a Tier 1A and Tier 1B Information and Comparison.
Future Land Use Areas and State Designations
There have been some changes to the state designations program. Existing designations will become “Legacy” designations, and the covered areas will automatically roll into the appropriate new centers/neighborhood designation model when the Regional Plan is approved. In some cases, the designated areas may increase in size. Download the ACCD description of how the new designation will work.