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 Request for Proposals
Comprehensive Countywide Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan
The Crawford County Commissioners are seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a Comprehensive Countywide Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan. Through outreach for Crawford County’s Comprehensive Plan, Crawford Inspired, Crawford County citizens consistently expressed a desire to enhance and leverage the county’s vast recreation and scenic outdoor resources to attract and retain people and improve quality of life in our communities. The County Planning Office sought and was awarded a grant from the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2) to complete this work.
The Crawford County PROS Plan should include a component that links assets and opportunities to the Outdoor Recreation Economy. The County will develop goals and strategies through an inventory and analysis of existing assets and through public and stakeholder engagement. The process and plan will outline opportunities and strategies to transform recreational assets into catalysts that help the County become a safe, welcoming destination, encourage business and workforce recruitment, retain population, and serve as a positive investment for residents.
The deliverable is a Comprehensive, Countywide PROS Plan and an implementation matrix that will serve as a guiding document for the next ten years of development and redevelopment of our county’s parks, recreation assets, and conserved spaces. This document is a priority to ensure alignment with our county’s changing needs, community input, and future goals.
PROCUREMENT TIMELINE:
- November 6, 2026 RFP issued by Crawford County Planning Office
- November 30, 2026 Inquiries due no later than 4:00 PM
- December 4, 2026 Inquiries answered
- December 11, 2026 Proposals due no later than 4:00 PM
- December 14-17, 2026 Interviews with top-ranked offerors
- January 2027 Contracting with selected Consulting firm
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
For the full Request for Proposals and Scope of Work, please reach out to the Crawford County Planning Office at planning@co.crawford.pa.us. Proposal submission information will be provided upon request.
Crawford County Adopts Countywide Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance Amendment
On July 08, 2026, the Board of Commissioners adopted an Ordinance to amend the existing County Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO) to add clarity and provisions to address the unique land development issues associated with Data Centers. A copy of the full ordinance, including amended language, is available below.
Background: 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 that 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, application, and what to expect under the SALDO visit our SALDO website: Crawford County SALDO Website.
Quick access to the County SALDO application is available here: Crawford County SALDO Application.
Crawford County Applications + Forms
Community Assistance + Development Review Services
Effective October 20, 2025, Crawford County has updated its subdivision and land development proposal review policy. Crawford County Planning will, until further notice, waive the ten-day requirement for applications. Crawford County Planning reserves the right to withhold filing of applications until a completed submission is received.
- Application for County Review
- Click on this link to submit your Application for County Review directly to Crawford County Planning (This link is not for County SALDO Applications.)
- Real Estate Parcel Consolidation Form
- Letter of Support Request
- Letter for Consistency Review
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE + RESOURCE GUIDES
PLANNING LINKS
