Welcome to Middletown’s Comprehensive Plan Update!
Middletown Comprehensive Plan Update – Draft Available
Thank you to everyone who has helped shape Middletown’s future. Community input has informed the development of a Draft Comprehensive Plan that outlines a shared vision for the Town’s growth.
The draft plan is currently under review, and refinements are underway to incorporate feedback from Town leadership. Once this review is complete, the draft will be made available to the public.
The Comprehensive Plan is Middletown’s long-range guide for growth and development, providing policy direction on land use, housing, transportation, economic development, public facilities, and community character. It helps ensure future decisions align with community priorities.
We appreciate the community’s continued interest. Public input will be an important next step before the plan is finalized and used to guide future zoning and policy decisions.
If you have any questions, please reach out to:
📧 akerns@nsvregion.org or zoning@middletownva.gov
Project Timeline
What Is a Comprehensive Plan — and Why Does It Matter?
A Comprehensive Plan is more than just a document — it’s the community’s shared vision for the future. It lays out where we want to go and how we’ll get there, covering everything from land use and transportation to housing, parks, economic growth, and more. It shapes how our town looks, feels, and functions — and guides decisions about what should grow, what should stay the same, and how we invest our resources wisely.
Most importantly, it’s a chance for everyone in Middletown to come together and help shape what’s next.
Middletown’s current plan was adopted in 2018, and a lot has changed since then. As we launch this new planning process, the updated plan will eventually replace the old one — setting the course for the next decade and beyond.
Let’s plan the future, together.
Helpful Documents
Explore these helpful documents for more insight into the Comprehensive Plan and the planning process.
How Is the Comprehensive Plan Used?
The Comprehensive Plan isn’t just a visionary document — it’s a practical tool that guides decisions big and small across the Town. Here’s how different groups use it:
🔷 Local Government
Town staff, the Planning Commission, and Town Council rely on the Plan when making decisions that impact Middletown’s growth, quality of life, and character. It also maps out where and when to invest in things like roads, utilities, and public facilities.
🔷 Community Members
The Plan gives residents a clear picture of where Middletown is headed — and how they can be part of the journey. It encourages active involvement and helps the public weigh in with informed feedback at every step.
🔷 Developers
For builders and investors, the Plan provides a roadmap of the Town’s goals and expectations. This helps streamline the process, clarify what’s needed, and align new development with the community’s vision.
In short, the Comprehensive Plan brings everyone to the table — making sure we’re all working from the same playbook as Middletown grows.