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    The local plan defines the future use of the area. The local plan indicates the boundaries of the local plan area, the boundaries of the areas included in the local plan, the intended uses of land and water areas, the extent of development, and the principles gove ing the location of buildings and, where necessary, the method of construction.

    The local plan comprises the local plan map, as well as plan symbols and regulations. The local plan is accompanied by an explanatory report detailing the preparation of the plan and its key features.

    Current local plans for Keuruu

    Progress of the planning process

    Initial phase

    A participation and evaluation plan will be drawn up, setting out the plan’s objectives and premises, the progress of the project and opportunities for participation. The plan will be made available for public inspection at the town hall’s service point and on the city’s website.

    Preparatory phase

    A draft plan will be drawn up, providing a preliminary outline of the intended uses of the various parts of the planning area, as well as the scale and location of development. The draft will be made available for public inspection at the town hall’s service point and on the city’s website.

    Proposal stage

    A draft plan will be drawn up on the basis of the draft plan and the comments and statements received in response to it. The draft plan will be made available for public inspection at the town hall service point and on the city’s website.

    Approval stage

    Once the draft plan has been on public display, it will proceed to the approval stage. The master plan is approved by the City Council and the local plan by the City Executive Board. Responses will be provided to those who have submitted comments.

    Local plans currently under consideration

    The map shows the local plans currently under consideration

    Local plan for blocks 60 and 82

    The participation and assessment plan was available for public inspection from 25 September to 9 October 2024.

    Ketvelranta Local Plan

    The draft plan was on public display from 28 May to 19 June 2025.

    Ahtola Harbour Local Plan

    The participation and assessment plan was available for public inspection from 28 January to 18 February 2026.

    Amendment to the Kirkonseutu local plan, Mainio

    The City Council initiated the amendment to the local plan on 19 December 2022.

    Ketvelranta Local Plan

    The planning area is located in Ketvelniemi, approximately two kilometres north-west of Keuruu town centre. The planning area covers 26.3 hectares.

    The aim of the planning amendment is to develop the area into a high-quality residential area that would boost Keuruu’s vitality.

    As part of the local plan process, the architectural heritage value of the hospital building will be assessed, along with the possibility of listing it and the potential for demolishing the main building. In addition, a pedestrian and cycle bridge between Ketvelniemi and Melonsaari will be considered.

    The City Council initiated the Ketvelranta local plan on 23 November 2020 (item 244). The participation and assessment plan, which outlines the objectives and preparation of the local plan, was on public display from 14 January to 27 January 2021.

    Ahtola Harbour Local Plan

    The amendment to the local plan conce s the area designated as a marina/boat harbour and water area, as well as the extension area of the Keurusselkä water area. The planning area covers approximately 9.3 hectares.

    The City Council initiated the amendment and extension of the local plan on 29 May 2023, under item 90. The participation and assessment plan, which outlines the objectives and preparation of the local plan, will be on public display from 28 January to 18 February 2026.

    Local plan for blocks 60 and 82

    The planning area covers the area between Vaasantie, Tehtaantie and Niilontie. The planning area covers an area of approximately 4.6 hectares.

    Commencement

    The City Council initiated the local plan amendment on 15 April 2024 (item 84). The participation and assessment plan, which outlines the objectives and preparation of the local plan, was on public display from 25 September to 9 October 2024.

    Coastal local plans

    Liesjärvi Lakeside Local Plan, Myllynranta

    The planning area is located just over 30 kilometres north-west of Keuruu town centre, on the shores of Lake Liesjärvi.

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