Benton County reviews comprehensive plan update, sets Oct. hearings
County staff and consultants presented a comprehensive plan update, a draft EIS with three growth alternatives, and code changes including a shrub‑steppe mitigation program. Planning Commission hearing is Oct. 6 and the Board hearing is scheduled for Oct. 27, 2026.
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Benton County held a special Board of County Commissioners workshop on Aug. 26 to review a multi‑year update to its comprehensive plan and development regulations. Greg Witt, the county’s community development director, introduced the consulting team and said the process began in 2024 and has included nine planning commission workshops, an open house and significant public outreach.
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