Crawford County Planning

Crawford County Planning Commission + Office

Crawford County Planning is a countywide entity made up of the Planning Office and Planning Commission. The Planning Office consists of staff who coordinate long-term investments and community development with the Crawford County Planning Commission and local municipalities. Since 1963, the Planning Commission has been composed of local volunteers from across the County who make recommendations, offer guidance, and advocate for local planning and community development efforts. Together, the Planning Office and Commission work to lead and empower thriving communities across Crawford County.

Planning Announcements + Updates​​​

Crawford County Adopts Countywide Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance

On April 23, 2025, the Board of Commissioners of Crawford County adopted the county’s Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO). This new law establishes guidelines for growth and development in communities who ​​have not established a local regulation. Although the enactment of the ordinance occurred in April, enforcement of the ordinance went into effect on October 20, 2025.

​A digital copy of the ordinance is available here: Crawford County Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance​.

For detailed information on the process, applicaiton, and what to expect under the SALDO visit our SALDO website: Crawford County SALDO Website​.​

Crawford County Releases Blight Revitalization Program

Crawford County Planning is releasing a program aimed to tackle blight in our communities. The Blight Revitalization program, which has its own website, will fund demolition or clearance of blighted properties by granting up to $20,000. 

​To learn more: https://crawford-county-blight-revitalization-program-crawfordcountypa.hub.arcgis.com/​​

Per the Municipalities Planning Code, Crawford County Planning has submitted the following to the Board of Commissioners. 

​2024 Crawford County Planning Annual Report​​​

​​Past Annual Reports