Cape Cod Commission submits final 2025 Regional Policy Plan to Barnstable County Assembly for review

The Cape Cod Commission on Nov. 5 presented the final draft 2025 Regional Policy Plan to the Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates and asked the assembly to receive it as an ordinance for review.

Christy Sanitary, the commission—s executive director, and Chloe Schafer, chief planner, told delegates the draft reflects more than 100 public comments and includes seven regional priorities: protecting open space and natural resources, restoring water quality, mitigating and adapting to climate change, preserving historic resources, increasing housing attainability, planning infrastructure, and strengthening the economy. Schafer said the plan was approved by the commission on Oct. 16 and that the commission held a 60-day public comment period that was extended 30 days.

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