Planning & Development
Public Notice
The next Planning Commission Meeting will be held on April 3rd at 3:00 pm in the media room, at the Sullivan County Courthouse. The meeting is open to the public. Please contact Chris Roenning, Planning Director at 570-946-5207, with any questions.
Comprehensive Plan
Sullivan County Comprehensive Plan PDF
Comprehensive Recreation, Parks & Greenway Plan
The Sullivan County Comprehensive Recreation, Parks & Greenway Plan was completed in May 2022.
The plan serves as a blueprint for parks, open space and natural resources protection and preservation in Sullivan County, identifying existing resources and potential gaps that could be used as a framework for recreational growth in both the private and public sector.
View Comprehensive Recreation, Parks & Greenway Plan (114 MB)
Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance
In order to comply with the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, the Sullivan County Planning Commission has reviewed and amended the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance. This ordinance is now being reviewed for adoption. Below is a link to the final draft of the Ordinance. Please direct any questions or comments to the contact below.
Minimum Design Standards for Public and Private Streets - Table 1
Construction Standards for Public and Private Streets - Table 2
Subdividing and Developing In Sullivan County
Here are the applications and checklists you need. In order to apply, please download the appropriate forms, fill them out and submit them to the address above. If you have any questions, direct them to the contact person listed below.
Housing Rehab Program
The Sullivan County Housing Rehabilitation Program is designed to provide eligible county residents with financial assistance to make necessary repairs to their homes. The program employs standards for rehabilitation set by the Pennsylvania Department of Community Affairs.
FEMA/PEMA
FEMA Mapping Center:
FEMA Flood Map Service Center | Welcome!
The official public source for flood hazard information and access to official flood maps.
PEMA Disaster Recovery:
The central hub for information about recovery after disaster in Pennsylvania.
Federal Disaster Assistance
Find and apply for FEMA disaster assistance after an Official Presidential Disaster Declaration for a disaster.
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP):
| The National Flood Insurance Program (floodsmart.gov)
Floodsmart is the NFIP’s website for information about flood insurance policies.
FEMA Mapping and Insurance eXchange (FMIX)
A customer care center that connects people with specialists that will provide a full range of information for questions about flood mapping and insurance.
Flood Insurance Outreach Publications
Insurance Outreach Publications and Resources | FEMA.gov
A library of information to help navigate the flood insurance process before, during, and after disaster. Has digital resources and hard copies of information that can be downloaded or sent for free.
Office of the Flood Insurance Advocate (OFIA)
Flood Insurance Advocate | FEMA.gov
Advocates for the fair treatment of policyholders and property owners and makes recommendations for improvements to the NFIP.
Stream Bank Stabilization
Have Questions?
Reach out to the Sullivan County Conservation District at (570) 928-8941 or the Sullivan County Planning Office at (570) 946-5207
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meetings are held the first Thursday of every month at 3:00PM unless stated otherwise. Contact the Planning Office for more information.
Meeting Minutes
Contact Planning & Development
Sullivan County Planning & Development
245 Muncy Street, Suite 110
P.O. Box 157
Laporte, PA 18626
Staff
Christopher Roenning - Planning Director, Economic Development