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Planning

Southwest Area Plan

Southwest Area Plan planning area within City. .

The final draft of the Southwest Area Plan is available!

Southwest Area Plan Final Draft

The final draft was introduced to the Common Council at its May 5, 2026 meeting.  It was referred to the Boards, Commissions, and Committees listed below, which have reviewed the Final Draft. On June 15, 2026 the Plan Commission recommended approval of the Plan to the Common Council. The Council is expected to review the Plan at its June 23, 2026 meeting. 

An amendment to the Comprehensive Plan is being considered at the same time to integrate Southwest Area Plan material into the Comprehensive Plan.  

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Plan Area
Southwest planning area.

The Southwest Area is generally bounded by the West Beltline Highway to the north, the City of Fitchburg to the east, and S. High Point Road to the west. 

Past Meetings and Events

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