8. Public Services and Facilities

Water, sewer, and drainage services and facilities are adequate for existing and foreseeable future developments in the Central Houghton Neighborhood. The goals and policies contained in the Utilities, Capital Facilities and Public Services Chapters of the Comprehensive Plan provide the general framework for these services and facilities.

Goal CH-14: Provide public and private utility services for the Central Houghton Neighborhood.

Policy CH-14.1: Undergrounding of overhead utilities should be actively encouraged.

In order to contribute to a more attractive and safe living environment, to improve views and enhance a sense of community identity, the undergrounding of utilities should be actively encouraged.