1996 - 2001 LAND USE GOALS
The Land Use Element recommends future land uses that will achieve a balanced land use
pattern consistent with the primary goals of the Master Plan and to accommodate present and
future needs. In order to retain and enhance the distinct character which is Princeton the
following goals have been adopted.
I. Maintain a balanced community that offers a mix of land uses while providing
appropriately scaled community infrastructure and services.
II. Preserve the existing character and mix of commercial, residential, and other
land uses in the Princeton Community.
III. Encourage the use of sound urban design and energy saving principles in new
construction and redevelopment projects to enhance the character and
appearance of the Downtown Business Districts and other developed areas.
IV. Preserve, protect and enhance natural, cultural and recreational resources
including open space linkages, steep slopes, floodplains, historic & cultural
resources and recreational & open space areas.
V. Preserve the scenic quality of Princeton's principle gateways, and where possible
take steps to enhance and protect those gateways.
VI. Guide future development with due regard to its impact upon future taxes, as
well as other costs that might adversely affect all residents and diminish the
opportunity for low and moderate income persons to continue to reside within the
community.
VII. Use economic and employment growth to preserve the community's quality of life
and services.
VIII. Continue to provide the community's fair share of affordable housing.
IX. Encourage historic preservation through land use policies which support the
preservation of historic buildings and sites.
X. Preserve and protect the character of established neighborhoods.
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