Local Comprehensive Planning

WCCOG has helped the majority of Washington County towns with meeting the requirements of the Maine's Growth Management Act. The latest tool to assist Washington County communities, funded by the GROWashington-Aroostook Regional Planning Project, brings the full power of GIS mapping to all Washington County municipalities....with an Internet connection each municipality can access:

On-line GIS Maps:

If your town has questions about the local Comprehensive Planning process you can download materials below or contact the Calais (207-454-0465) or Milbridge (207-546-3600) offices to answer your questions.

Click here to find out more about WCCOG's Comprehensive Plan Services.

In addition to assisting communities develop Comprehensive Plans, WCCOG staff provides consultation on the State Subdivision Legislation, State Shoreland Zoning Regulations, Growth Management Legislation, general land use, municipal ordinances and Floodplain Management.  

WCCOG also assist municipalities with planning for harbors, physical activity and energy:

Trainings & Workshops  

WCCOG periodically hosts workshops and trainings for planning board members and code enforcement officers.

Upcoming training and workshops are posted to the Training News Feed

WCCOG staff are also available to conduct on-demand trainings for planning boards for member municipalities.