What is a Comprehensive Plan?

Authorized by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC), a community’s Comprehensive Plan outlines strategies for guiding the nature, pace, and location of physical development, as well as addressing future economic and social conditions.

In general, a comprehensive plan serves as:

• An educational tool to understand current conditions, issues, and opportunities

• An assessment and prioritization of community needs

• A statement of an ideal vision for future growth and development

• A public policy guide for decision-making, formally adopted by the governing body

Sharon’s Vision Statement:

Sharon is dedicated to fostering a community where economic revitalization and neighborhood renewal intersect, creating a unique quality of life improvements through a blend of history, innovation, and creativity, to benefit all residents, workers, and visitors alike.

Goals for Focus Areas:

Downtown/Economic Development:

The City is committed to revitalizing downtown amenities to foster a vibrant Main Street that aims to support existing businesses as well as attract new prospects.

Neighborhood/Community Revitalization:

The City is dedicated to enhancing community vitality by providing quality housing along with safe and reliable infrastructure.

Quality of Life:

To enhance quality of life, the City strives to cultivate a holistic environment that promotes physical and mental well-being, social inclusion, economic prosperity, environmental sustainability, and cultural enrichment for all residents.

The City of Sharon's entire Comprehensive Plan can be found  here.