Harrison Comprehensive Plan
Harrison Township, OH
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Located just 10 miles south of a new Intel semiconductor facility in Licking County, Harrison Township faced increasing development pressure as Central Ohio entered a period of unprecedented growth. Neighborhood Strategies partnered with the Township to develop a Comprehensive Plan that guides future development while preserving the rural character, agricultural heritage, and natural resources that define the community. The Plan establishes a framework for managing growth, directing investment, and protecting key community assets amid rapid regional change.
2022
Location
Licking County, OH
Expertise
Comprehensive Planning
Community & Stakeholder Engagement
Public Surveys
Demographic Research
Future Land Use
Implementation Policy
Protecting Natural Resources & Guiding Future Land Use
The Plan established policies and land use strategies that balance growth with environmental stewardship. Recommendations support preservation of farmland and forestry resources, encourage agricultural economic resilience, and promote thoughtful planning for unique community areas. The Plan also refined future land use and zoning recommendations to align development patterns with long-term community goals.
Planning for Future Transportation Investments
Through the planning process, our team identified roadway and intersection improvements needed to address existing safety concerns and prepare for future growth. The Plan recommends development of a capital improvement program to coordinate timing, funding, and implementation of transportation projects while advancing goals related to connectivity, safety, and infrastructure preservation.
Positioning the Township for Economic Growth
Recognizing the opportunities created by regional investment, the Plan established strategies to support business attraction, technology-based industries, broadband expansion, and rail-oriented development. Recommendations also focus on supporting the agricultural economy, retaining existing businesses, addressing infrastructure needs, and revitalizing underutilized properties to strengthen economic competitiveness.