The value of a comprehensive plan, however, lies not in its preparation or its adoption. The real measure of a comprehensive plan is whether the quality of life enjoyed by the residents of a community actually improves as a result of the plan. Thus, a planning commission should be judged according to the degree to which the plan is implemented. In this way, the plan can become a tool of leadership in the community. A plan should indicate not only what is desirable, but also what is possible, given available resources.
Most plans feature a full range of objectives.
A good plan will also include the ways and means to measure whether the community actually achieves what the plan calls for. Click lightning bolt icon at top left.