Title: NORTH OKALOOSA PLANNING STUDY

Deadline: 12/20/2023 3:00 PM   (UTC-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

Status: In Review

Solicitation Number: RFP GM 11-24

Description: The unincorporated area of Okaloosa County north of the Eglin Reservation is subject to intense growth pressure which, in addition to straining existing infrastructure and public services, is accelerating the evolution of the area’s character from predominantly rural to a more suburban and even urban environment. In order to ensure that future growth and development do not result in problems (traffic circulation, water supply, educational facilities, etc.) that are avoidable with sound planning, and to maintain the quality of life enjoyed by citizens who live, work, and recreate in the Study Area, the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to: 1) conduct a detailed and comprehensive analysis of growth in the unincorporated area north of the Eglin Reservation, and 2) develop a report based on said analysis that provides policy guidance and recommended strategies to ensure that future growth does not cause the failure of infrastructure or services, endanger the viability of military missions, result in the loss of valuable natural resources and assets, or encourage the intrusion of incompatible development in existing neighborhoods. It is the County’s intention to use the final report resulting from the Study as the basis of substantially updating and revising the Okaloosa County Comprehensive Plan.   

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