Community Identity
This chapter includes policies related to the preservation, enhancement, and planning for all areas of the city, as well as additional policies related to the character of specific areas.
Land Use
The land use policies in this chapter seek to provide a range of appropriate areas for needed land uses and encourage a variety of urban, suburban, and rural places to thrive.
Transportation
The policies in this chapter help improve transportation options that residents want, from safe and inviting streets to trails for walking and bicycling.
Urban Design
Policies in this chapter are intended to inspire and enhance great places in rural, suburban, and urban contexts.
Economic Development
Economic development is a key factor in the Comp Plan because a strong economy contributes to the quality of life for all residents and impacts the ability of local government to invest in needed improvements.
Housing
Livability is reflected in the quantity, quality, variety, and accessibility of housing stock, a balanced and innovative housing policy also influences the local economy, public health, transportation, and mobility.
Parks & Open Spaces
Parks and open space owned or managed by the County or the City improves quality of life by positively contributing to psychological, emotional, and physical health.
Heritage Conservation
This chapter addresses our rural and agricultural heritage, historic, archaeological and paleontological resources, public art, and cultural events and programming.
Infrastructure, Community Facilities, and Services
This chapter covers basic support systems that convey the necessities of modern life, shape growth patterns, support economic development, and protect residents' health and safety.
Resilience & Sustainability
This chapter provides a more holistic perspective on our region's critical long-term challenges, thinking about the potential interactions among climate change, water scarcity, natural hazards, natural resources, and community health.