2040 Comprehensive Plan

Cover of 2040 Comprehensive Plan DocumentThe 2040 Comprehensive Plan was adopted by the County Board on June 18, 2019. The plan builds upon the 40 years of long-range planning history that has guided the growth and development of one of Minnesota’s fastest growing counties. It sets goals, policies and recommendations for land use, transportation, utilities, recreation, natural resources, farmland preservation, economic development, housing, public health and safety, and livable communities.

Click on the tabs below to review the adopted plan document, maps, and other supporting information. 

Check out our story map!

To review the 2040 Plan in a different way, the County has created an interactive story map using our web-based GIS software. This story map highlights some of the key issues, trends and recommendations coming out of the 2040 plan using interactive maps, video, graphics and images. Visit the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Story Map