1. (a) The development regulations element shall include the planning commission's recommendation for land development regulations to implement the plan.

2. (b) The development regulations element shall encourage:

   1. (1) the use of flexible development regulations to promote innovative and cost-saving site design and protect the environment; and

   2. (2) within the areas designated for growth in the plan:

      1. (i) economic development through the use of innovative techniques; and
      2. (ii) streamlined review of applications for development, including permit review and subdivision plat review.

Added by Acts 2012, c. 426, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2012.