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Scottsdale's Future

 
Building A Community Pyramid shows how each policy/regulations works together to obtain a final built environmentThe city has established a series of processes and regulations that build upon each other and culminate in a built environment that fits with Scottsdale's needs and vision. 

These processes are regularly reviewed and updated.  Scottsdale is currently preparing for several key updates to the foundation of this pyramid.



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Downtown Plan Update

The majority of the original implementation programs (identified by the plan) have been achieved, but public policy, market conditions and building technologies have changed, resulting in the need to reevaluate and update long-range policies.


Community Area Planning

The General Plan and the Community Plans work together to provide a framework for guiding development in Scottsdale.  The General Plan 2011 Update will be built upon the 6 community area plans that will be developed over the next few years. 

Downtown Plan Update (underway)

Southern Scottsdale Area (underway)

Greater Airpark Area (underway)

Tonto Foothills Area (2009)

Shea Corridor Area (2009)

McDowell Vistas Area (2010)


Community Area Planning Map - small

Map of 6 Community Planning Areas

 

Transportation Master Plan

The Transportation Master Plan was unanimously adopted by the Scottsdale City Council on January 8, 2008. The Master Plan is the first comprehensive look at the city’s entire transportation system since the 1980’s.  The Transportation Master Plan works from the goals outlined in the city’s 2001 General Plan to identify specific projects and programs to address transportation needs and objectives. 



Future Updates


2011 General Plan Update -
The overarching policy document for the city:

  • Last updated in 2001 and ratified by the citizens in 2002
  • State law requires it be updated every 10 years -- 2011/2012
  • The process of updating the General Plan takes an average of 3-5 years
  • Requires extensive community outreach

Ongoing Efforts


Zoning Ordinance Updates



Questions or Comments?

Contact the Advance Planning Office at 480-312-7990 or e-mail planninginfo@scottsdaleaz.gov.