Overall development. Create a healthy, economically and socially sound and attractive environment for the residents of Charleston Township; and further, to consider all governmental structure options in developing programs to meet specific goals and objectives.

Environmental protection. To maintain compatibility between the natural environment and man's use of the land and natural resources.

Land use. To create a development pattern that will conserve the natural amenities and encourage a harmonious balance between various land uses to produce an overall appealing atmosphere and a beneficial interaction of the various land uses while maintaining and enhancing a distinctive community character.

Economics. To develop a diversified economic base to assure full and continuous employment and a sound fiscal base for the Township.

Housing. To develop a variety of housing types to permit a range of choice for the residents regardless of the economic status and social characteristics.

Community facilities. To develop a level of community facilities adequate in amount and type to meet existing population needs and prepare for future demand by programming and locating such facilities for maximum accessibility and efficiency of operations.

Transportation. To develop a circulation system that provides safe and convenient movement for people and goods, with the least possible infringement upon other values.