Updating the Future Land Use Map
CVRPC is currently updating our Future Land Use (FLU) Map. This map assigns standardized land use categories created by state statute to describe how land is currently being used, and to identify areas where more dense development could be appropriate.
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.
View and comment on the interactive Map here: https://bit.ly/CVRPCFLUMAP. Download a printable color guide to the map here. See instructions on how to use the map, including the compare feature to see revisions.
Future Land Use Area (FLUA) Categories
The Regional Map uses 10 categories. These are based on state-wide, standardized criteria. The official methodology used by CVRPC to classify land use comes from the Vermont Association of Planning and Development Agencies (VAPDA): Statewide FLU Methodology v 4.0.pdf
View and comment on the interactive Map here: https://bit.ly/CVRPCFLUMAP. Download a printable color guide to the map here.
Future Land Use Areas and Tier 1
Areas that are enrolled in Tier 1 can be partially or fully exempt from the Act 250 review process, and instead be reviewed only through local permitting requirements. Downtown Centers, Village Centers, Planned Growth Areas, and Village Areas FLUAs on the Regional Future Land Use Map are eligible for Tier 1 status. 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 information on how the new designations will work.