What is the maximum duration allowed for an approved general development plan?

The maximum duration allowed for an approved general development plan is 20 years. This timeframe is established to provide a balance between giving developers enough time to complete their projects while still allowing municipalities the opportunity to reassess and adapt their land-use policies to changing conditions or community needs.

A 20-year period for a general development plan accommodates various factors such as economic cycles, population growth, and infrastructure development, which can all influence the timeline of large-scale projects. It ensures that once plans are approved, they remain relevant and effective over a significant period without becoming outdated as circumstances evolve. This extensive duration also reflects the complexity of planning processes that often require significant investments in both time and resources.

The other options, while they may seem reasonable durations, do not align with the established regulatory framework that specifically caps the maximum duration at 20 years.