What authority does the comprehensive plan hold?
In Colorado, comprehensive plans are considered advisory documents, meaning they are not legally enforceable. That said, comprehensive plans serve as the basis for adoption of legally enforceable ordinances that shape physical development such as the zoning code and subdivision regulations. In some cases, development proposals may have to demonstrate compliance with comprehensive plans.

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1. What is long range planning?
2. What is the purpose of long range planning?
3. What is a comprehensive plan?
4. What authority does the comprehensive plan hold?
5. What are the benefits of planning?
6. What is a subarea plan?
7. Can plans be revised?