Community planning, according to the American Planning Association, is “a process that seeks to engage all members of the community to create a more prosperous, convenient, equitable, healthy, and attractive place for present and future generations.”  One of the fundamental responsibilities of local government is to plan for future growth and development of the community.  The guidance document that results from this planning process is the comprehensive plan. 

The Town of Chapin will provide for the sustainable integration of new growth and development that is in harmony with the existing small town character and quality of life in our community. In order to realize this vision, the comprehensive plan will adhere to several guiding principles.