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State Development Plan |
The purpose and framework for the State Development Plan have been established by the Legislature in RSA 9-A. The Office of Energy and Planning is directed to assist the Governor in preparing and updating the plan every four years, starting October 1, 2003. Fundamentally, the State Development Plan should include policies in areas related to the orderly physical, social, and economic growth and development of the state, all of which should reflect the principles of smart growth.
The purpose of the State Development Plan is to serve as the State's overall planning document - to act as a guide for all State agencies as they develop plans, programs, and projects; to help State agencies establish priorities and allocate limited resources; to account for the plans of local and regional government and agencies; and to reflect the vision of the State’s citizens.
RSA 9-A also establishes the basic required contents of the State Development Plan relevant to the following topical areas:
- Overall vision, with special emphasis on smart growth principles
- Land use
- Transportation
- Public facilities
- Housing
- Economic development
- Natural resources
- Natural hazards
- Recreation
- Utility and public service
- Regional concerns
- Cultural and historic resources
- Implementation
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2007 State Development Plan
2007 Vision, Goals, and Strategies 
Draft Plan for Review and Comment:
(if you would like a Microsoft Word version of the goals, please contact Jennifer Czysz)
Executive Summary
Vision and Goals
Recent Trends
Shaping New Hampshire’s Future - Goals and Strategies |
Goal 1. |
Foster the traditional character of New Hampshire downtowns, villages, and neighborhoods by encouraging mixed-use development that is walkable, sustainable and conducive to community life. |
Goal 2. |
Protect and preserve New Hampshire's land and water resources including farms, forestlands, wildlife habitats, water resources, air quality, and other critical environmental areas. |
Goal 3. |
Seek innovative approaches in transportation to address safety, diverse geographic needs, accessibility for people of all ages, preservation of environmental quality, and alternatives that reduce energy consumption. |
Goal 4. (revised) |
Promote stewardship of New Hampshire’s resources for recreation and other activities that contribute to the health and quality of life for citizens and visitors in New Hampshire. |
Goal 5. |
Advance state, regional, and local partnerships that create economic opportunities in a manner consistent with community master plans. |
Goal 6. |
Preserve New Hampshire’s historic and cultural resources that are an integral part of the State’s quality of life, economy, and visual character. |
Goal 7. |
Create a range of quality housing opportunities and choices for people of all income levels to ensure that communities maintain a diverse population. |
Goal 8. |
Develop polices and actions necessary to assure safe and reliable utility services to better account for New Hampshire's changing demographics, and promote energy efficiency. |
Goal 9. |
Link state investments in public facilities in a manner that fosters community vitality and efficient use of resources and energy. |
Goal 10. |
Reduce the potential impact of natural hazards on the State's citizens and guests, critical support services and facilities, infrastructure, historic resources, economy, and natural resources. |
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Implementation and Conclusions
Methodology |
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1998 State Development Plan
2000 State Development Plan - "New Hampshire in the New Economy" (smaller file size, will download faster)
2000 State Development Plan - "New Hampshire in the New Economy" (very large file size - 11.57 MB)
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Contact Information:
Jennifer Czysz, Senior Planner
Office of Energy and Planning
4 Chenell Drive
Concord, NH 03301-8501
Voice: (603) 271-8009
Fax: (603) 271-2615
e-mail: jennifer.czysz@nh.gov |
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