Economic Prosperity Through Good Planning
Through a series of workshops and meetings, Economic Prosperity clearly surfaced as the top major issue among our elected, appointed, university and school district officials to be addressed today and for the future of Hillsborough County. Taking a countywide approach, the Planning Commission staff has initiated a number of interrelated studies to develop a competitive economic development strategy to complement various public and private efforts with the common goal of aggressive economic growth and prosperity.
Urban Service Area Capacity
Intended to assess the development capacity within the Urban Service Area (USA) countywide - including the areas within the city limits of Plant City, Temple Terrace and Tampa - this analysis asks the question...
Is there adequate land available for development and redevelopment within the USA to meet the needs of anticipated population and job growth over the next 20 years?
Identification of Economic Development Areas
This study will identify Economic Development Areas - the places in Hillsborough County most desirable, suitable and with the capacity to attract 'targeted' industries and businesses associated with strong economic growth.
Evaluation of the Future of Hillsborough County Comprehensive Plan Economic Development Strategy
This evaluation of the Future of Hillsborough County Comprehensive Plan’s goals, objectives and policies will identify existing strengths and possible impediments to the promotion and enhancement of economic development.
Plant City Study
This study focuses on the sub-economic development market in Plant City, reviewing its unique location, specific assets, and attributes concerning land availability, utilities, and economic development incentives.
The studies will be completed at the end of September and presented to the Planning Commission in October or November. Results and reports will be posted on the Imagine2035 web site and presented to each of the four local governments for their consideration as they look at updating their Comprehensive Plans.
