Statement of Function
It is the purpose of this department to establish and implement a comprehensive planning program to guide and control future development within Indian River County. The planning process is intended to promote, protect and improve public health, safety, appearance and general welfare; prevent overcrowding of land and avoid undue concentration of population; facilities, housing and other required services, and conserve, develop, utilize and protect natural resources within the County. The Community Development Department consists of the Planning and Development, County Planning, Environmental Planning and Code Enforcement, Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPO), State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP), Hurricane Housing Recovery (HHR), and Building Divisions. As the Administrative component of the Community Development Department, the Planning and Development division’s purpose is to coordinate and manage the activities of the divisions within the Community Development Department.

2009/2010 Goals and Objectives

Goal:
Provide effective planning and implementation of services through orderly growth management, setting levels of
service standards, and promoting and pursuing a positive economic development environment in order to meet all
County comprehensive plan goals.

Objectives:
• Maintain State compliance of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Enhance computerization and increase productivity in all areas of responsibility.
• Ensure that all department projects and reviews are completed on time.