If you took part in the Chattanooga-Hamilton County Regional Planning Agency’s (RPA) Plan Hamilton County survey — the findings and blueprint moving forward have been released.
Here are some of the key findings:
- There is an expected demand for 46,000 new housing units by 2040.
- The 47,000 public school, 10,000 private school + 20,000 local college students will need jobs and housing in the future.
- The preservation of farmland + rural character should be made a top priority (additionally addressing worries about increased traffic congestion)
Note: The RPA is also teaming up with UTC to explore financial strategies to build new transportation + infrastructure projects.
In the coming months, RPA will bring together county departments + focus groups to share its findings and maps that envision the future of the community.
Want to get involved? Folks can sign up online for more information on future meetings, announcements, and planning updates.