Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan
Explore the Draft Innovate Arlington Plan!
The Draft Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan is now available, offering a vision for how our city can grow, invest, and thrive over the next 20 years.
Jump in on Konveio to explore the plan and watch quick chapter videos that explain what each chapter of the Plan is all about.
Comments from the review phase are currently being reviewed and an update will be provided soon.
Share Your Ideas for Arlington’s Vision Framework!
The Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan is guided by a vision for our future—shaped directly by community input. Vision Elements describe what Arlington will look like in 2045 and form the foundation of the plan. Each element includes goals, metrics, and strategies to guide policies, investments, and partnerships. You can view the Vision Framework by clicking on the link or by visiting the Important Links section on the right side of the webpage.
We want your ideas! Help us define these Vision Elements by sharing what matters most to you for Arlington’s future.
Please scroll to the Ideas section at the bottom of this page to submit your thoughts and be part of shaping our city’s path forward.
Want to know what a Comprehensive Plan is and why it matters to Arlington?
Check out the Frequently Asked Questions section! You’ll find simple answers to big questions—like how the plan shapes our city’s future and how you can be part of the process. It’s a great place to start exploring what’s ahead for The American Dream City!
Explore the Draft Innovate Arlington Plan!
The Draft Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan is now available, offering a vision for how our city can grow, invest, and thrive over the next 20 years.
Jump in on Konveio to explore the plan and watch quick chapter videos that explain what each chapter of the Plan is all about.
Comments from the review phase are currently being reviewed and an update will be provided soon.
Share Your Ideas for Arlington’s Vision Framework!
The Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan is guided by a vision for our future—shaped directly by community input. Vision Elements describe what Arlington will look like in 2045 and form the foundation of the plan. Each element includes goals, metrics, and strategies to guide policies, investments, and partnerships. You can view the Vision Framework by clicking on the link or by visiting the Important Links section on the right side of the webpage.
We want your ideas! Help us define these Vision Elements by sharing what matters most to you for Arlington’s future.
Please scroll to the Ideas section at the bottom of this page to submit your thoughts and be part of shaping our city’s path forward.
Want to know what a Comprehensive Plan is and why it matters to Arlington?
Check out the Frequently Asked Questions section! You’ll find simple answers to big questions—like how the plan shapes our city’s future and how you can be part of the process. It’s a great place to start exploring what’s ahead for The American Dream City!
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September 1 Virtual Town Hall Presentation (8.98 MB) (pdf)
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September 1 Virtual Town Hall Presentation - Spanish (8.66 MB) (pdf)
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Draft Innovate Arlington Plan - Konveio
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Konveio Instructions (342 KB) (pdf)
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Preferred Growth Scenario Map (261 KB) (pdf)
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Innovate Arlington Town Hall Presentation (6.41 MB) (pdf)
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Innovate Arlington Town Hall Presentation - Spanish (6.38 MB) (pdf)
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Innovate Arlington Town Hall Presentation - Vietnamese (6.33 MB) (pdf)
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Arlington Districts Handout Binder (4.38 MB) (pdf)
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District 1 Handout (1.13 MB) (pdf)
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District 2 Handout (493 KB) (pdf)
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District 4 Handout (1.11 MB) (pdf)
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District 3 Handout (1.11 MB) (pdf)
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District 5 Handout (1.04 MB) (pdf)
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September 17 2026
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November 05 2026
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December 03 2026
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Project Initiation
Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stage- April 2024 - Council direction.
- Summer 2024 - Steering Committee resolution, public education session, published RFP, Steering Committee applications.
- September - November 2024 - Budget and contract approved.
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Phase 1 - Baseline and Visioning
Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stageThis phase involves reviewing existing policies and data, developing a visioning framework, fostering inclusive community engagement through workshops and meetings, and ultimately presenting a clear, concise vision grounded in collective aspirations and equitable input.
- November 21, 2024- First Steering Committee meeting.
- Meets third Thursday of each month. View anticipated meetings.
- February 4, 2025 - City Council work session to name plan Innovate Arlington.
- February 5, 2025 - Update to Planning and Zoning Commission.
- February 20, 2025 - Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee meeting.
- March & April 2025 - Public workshops and online survey.
- April to July 2025 - Phase 1 Public engagement.
- June 26, 2025 - Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
- November 21, 2024- First Steering Committee meeting.
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Phase 2 - Plan Development
Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan has finished this stagePhase 2 (June–December 2025) focuses on turning community vision into actionable planning strategies. Building on Phase 1 and guided by the Innovate Arlington Community Engagement Plan, this phase outlines clear objectives, methods, and roles for scenario development, alternative analysis, and implementation planning for Arlington’s future.
- July - September 2025 – "Growing a Better Arlington" public gameplay
- August 06, 2025 – Update to Planning and Zoning Commission
- October 09, 2025- Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
- November 2025 – Vision Framework Public Engagement
- November 4, 2025 – City Council Work Session to review Vision Framework
- November 06, 2025 – Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
- November 12, 2025 – Update to Planning and Zoning Commission
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Phase 3 - Plan Review & Adoption
Innovate Arlington Comprehensive Plan is currently at this stageJanuary 2026 through early 2027
- July - August 2026 - Individual Information Sessions held.
- What is the City's Comprehensive Plan?
- How can community members get involved?
- What is the timeline for this project?
- Why are we updating the Comprehensive Plan?
- How does the City use the Comprehensive Plan?
- How is Land Use different from Zoning?
- What is a Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee?
- Where are Steering Committee Meetings held?
- Innovate Arlington's "Growing a Better Arlington" Board Game - Where to Play!
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Long Range Planning Manager
Phone 817-459-6343 Email LongRangePlanning@arlingtontx.gov -
Principal Planner - Long Range Planning
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Planner - Long Range Planning
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09-17-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
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08-20-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
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07-23-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
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05-07-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
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04-02-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
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Visions and Goals Report Combined Languages (1.45 MB) (pdf)
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Innovate Arlington Phase 2 - Vision Framework Workshop Materials (27.9 MB) (pdf)
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Innovate Arlington - What We Learned from Phase 1 (1.38 MB) (pdf)
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Innovate Arlington Phase 1 Workshop Materials (38.3 MB) (pdf)
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Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Membership (111 KB) (pdf)
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Steering Committee Meeting Presentations
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09-17-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (7.14 MB) (pdf)
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08-20-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (8.71 MB) (pdf)
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07-23-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (2.67 MB) (pdf)
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05-07-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (10.9 MB) (pdf)
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04-02-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (3.02 MB) (pdf)
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01-15-2026 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (6.33 MB) (pdf)
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12-18-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (8.27 MB) (pdf)
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11-06-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (37.3 MB) (pdf)
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10-09-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Presentation (7.32 MB) (pdf)
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06-26-2025 Arlington Comp Plan Steering Committee Presentation (8.6 MB) (pdf)
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03-20-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Presentation (14.2 MB) (pdf)
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02-20-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Presentation (7.02 MB) (pdf)
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01-16-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Presentation (6.87 MB) (pdf)
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12-19-2024 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Presentation (5.79 MB) (pptx)
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11-21-2024 Arlington Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting (30.1 MB) (pptx)
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Steering Committee Minutes
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08-20-26 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Minutes (162 KB) (pdf)
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05-07-26 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Minutes (126 KB) (pdf)
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01-28-26 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Minutes (136 KB) (pdf)
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01-15-26 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Minutes (213 KB) (pdf)
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12-18-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (123 KB) (pdf)
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11-06-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (89.3 KB) (pdf)
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10-09-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (119 KB) (pdf)
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06-26-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (149 KB) (pdf)
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03-20-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (121 KB) (pdf)
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02-20-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (98.2 KB) (pdf)
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01-16-2025 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Minutes (102 KB) (pdf)
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12-19-2024 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Minutes (98.1 KB) (pdf)
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11-21-2024 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting Minutes (124 KB) (pdf)
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Misc. Comprehensive Plan Presentations
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Arlington Comprehensive Plan (Current)
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Future Development Areas Map (213 KB) (pdf)
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HUD 5 Year/Housing Needs (9.84 MB) (pdf)
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Master Plans
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Airport Master Plan (110 MB) (pdf)
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Economic Development Strategic Plan (2.33 MB) (pdf)
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Hike and Bike System Master Plan (18.6 MB) (pdf)
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Historic Preservation Plan (24.2 MB) (pdf)
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Johnson Creek Corridor Plan (27.9 MB) (pdf)
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Johnson Creek A Vision of Conservation (195 MB) (pdf)
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Lake Arlington Master Plan (10.4 MB) (pdf)
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Parks and Recreation Master Plan (19.3 MB) (pdf)
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Stormwater Plan (3.54 MB) (pdf)
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Thoroughfare Development Plan Report (37.7 MB) (pdf)
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Small Area and Corridor Plans
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South SH360 Corridor Development Strategy (86.5 MB) (pdf)
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Collins Street and Pioneer Parkway Design Cuidelines (9.97 MB) (pdf)
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Downtown Master Plan (82.3 MB) (pdf)
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International Corridor Vision (5.52 MB) (pdf)
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New York Avenue Corridor Strategy (15.5 MB) (pdf)
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South Cooper Street Corridor Strategy (93 MB) (pdf)
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US 287 Corridor Strategic Plan (65.2 MB) (pdf)
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Neighborhood Plans
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Fish Creek Neighborhood Plan (4.05 MB) (pdf)
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Heart of Arlington Neighborhood Action Plan (5.51 MB) (pdf)
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Lake Port Meadows Neighborhood Plan (7.27 MB) (pdf)
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North Central Historic Neighborhoods Plan (18.6 MB) (pdf)
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Oak Hill Neighborhood Plan (4.24 MB) (pdf)
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Parkview Neighborhood Plan (7.08 MB) (pdf)
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Shorewood-Estates Neighborhood Plan (1.83 MB) (pdf)
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Town North Neighborhood Plan (3.38 MB) (pdf)
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Westador Neighborhood Plan (2.37 MB) (pdf)
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