Comprehensive Planning

Comprehensive planning happens on many different scales, from a corridor to a town or city, to a region. Over the next 30 years, Massachusetts will see many of change that affects our everyday lives. The population of the Old Colony Planning Council region is expected to increase by 4.5 percent. The statewide population is projected to increase by 6.4 percent or 446,511 residents. Using comprehensive planning, we can strategize how to house and transport a growing population while retaining local character and creating new amenities.

Community Planning is about improving the quality of life and making our communities more livable. It is also about ensuring that all are involved and represented in decision-making processes. OCPC’s goal is to create a welcoming sense of place with diverse housing options, connectivity, vibrant spaces, amenities, and job opportunities that support a robust economy.