Southtowns Record

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DRAFT

Government
Town of Aurora
Board
Town Board
Meeting
Feb 4, 2026
Kind
Other
Topics
Zoning and land use, Water, sewer and drainage, Parks and recreation, Budget and taxes, Roads and traffic, Housing, Energy and data center siting, Public safety

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94  Town of Aurora

 Goal 3: Preserve Rural Character and Open
 Space

 3.1 Discourage Flag Lots & Cul-de-Sac Developments
 Amend subdivision regulations to discourage new flag lots and cul-de-sacs. Require connected or
 conservation-style layouts.

 3.2 Continue Right-to-Farm Law, Promote the Agricultural District Program &
 Incentivize Beginner Farmers
 Provide property tax abatements or small grants for underutilized farmland when leased to small-scale
 or beginning farmers, promote farmers participation in the Agricultural District program, and explore
 partnership with Providence Farm Collective’s style incubator farms.

 3.3 Map & Promote Rural Heritage Assets
 Produce and distribute brochures or an interactive online map highlighting the Cazenovia Creek corridor,
 scenic drives, and heritage sites throughout the Town.

  Goal 4: Invest in Smart, Sustainable
  Infrastructure

 4.1 Adopt a Municipal Capital Facilities Plan
 Develop a 5–10-year plan prioritizing upgrades to government buildings and facilities, with an emphasis on
 the Town of Aurora Library and Highway Barn