About The Planning Process

Craven County has initiated the preparation of an updated CAMA Land Use Plan (LUP) for the Craven County planning jurisdiction. The final document will serve as a comprehensive plan for future public investment to achieve the County's overall vision. The intent of this project is to  draft a plan that will maintain the positive attributes of the existing Plan, while identifying new and strategic development goals and policies, and new and strategic public initiatives supported by the community. 

 Recognizing that a collaborative effort with the public is essential, the initial step in the planning process is the adoption of a Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) by the Craven County Board of Commissioners.

The Board of Commissioners has appointed an Ad Hoc Work Group comprised of Board of Commissioners and Planning Board members to supervise the preparation of the draft CAMA Land Use Plan. The County's staff and consultant will serve in an advisory capacity to the Ad Hoc Work Group. The updated CAMA Land Use Plan will be drafted by Insight Planning & Development, the County’s consultant. Upon recommendation of the Planning Board, final approval will be by the Craven County Board of Commissioners.