Lake County Comprehensive Plan Evaluation & Appraisal Report ...

e reviewed in a consistent, objective manner and roadway capacity properly allocatedaccording to the availability data, avoiding the problems of overlap or double-counting thatmight happen without good communication. The new Intergovernmental CoordinationElement of Planning Horizon 2025 will address, in some detail, coordination with the MPO andwill further ensure consistency among area local governments in their efforts to maintaintransportation concurrency.ConclusionLake County is poised to become a leader both regionally and statewide to implementsustainable planning practices. This EAR will lead to adoption of the Planning Horizon 2025comprehensive plan and allow Lake County to adopt Land Development Regulations which alignwith State and Federal goals for environmental protection and transportation.With good planning, Lake County can improve the vitality of its urban areas while protectingenvironmental resources and a rural quality of life important to many Lake County residents.Planning Horizon 2025 makes the necessary refinements of existing policies as well asintroducing new policies to guide Lake County through its next stages of maturity.Planning Horizon 2025 will help ensure that new growth is compatible with existingdevelopment and results in an efficient, attractive, and functional mix of rural and urban areaswhich maintain the County’s character. Associated issues are the protection of open spaces andthe protection of ground and surface water quality. Improved Comprehensive Plan policies canhelp accomplish multiple goals simultaneously, further ensuring protection of the naturalbeauty of Lake County.2008 Evaluation and Appraisal Report – Lake County, FloridaSeptember 23, 2008 37