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What's New?

  • General Plan Committee Meeting #1 will take place at Community Chambers at City Hall on July 22, 2026, at 3 p.m., covering the Draft Preferred Land Use Alternative. Open to the public.

  • The General Plan Team will present to the Planning Commission on July 22, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Community Chambers at City Hall, covering the Draft Preferred Land Use Alternative (same presentation as the General Plan Committee meeting). Open to the public.

  • Thank you to all who participated in Workshop #2 and Online Survey #2! View summaries here

Future Community Engagement Events

View the anticipated outline of community events by clicking the link below. Please note, this is for reference purposes; dates are estimated and are subject to change.

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Click here to view the Davis GPU Workflow and Timeline of Community

Engagement Events

Shape the Future of Davis Together

Davis is evolving and you have the power to guide that change. After more than 20 years, we're updating our community's blueprint—the General Plan—that will shape Davis for the next generation. This isn't just another government document. It's our shared vision for the community we love.

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What is a General Plan, and why is it important to you?

The General Plan is a policy document required by State law that serves as the City’s roadmap for land use and development decisions, conservation and meeting housing needs, among others. The General Plan is a key tool for influencing and improving the quality of life for residents and the conditions for business resiliency over the next few decades.​

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Think of the General Plan as a blueprint that guides decisions shaping all aspects of daily life

The housing options available for you, your children and/or your parents​

How easy it is to bike, walk or drive through your neighborhood

The parks and green spaces where your family creates memories

The local economy that provides jobs and services you depend on

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Why Now? Davis is Changing

Our beloved community faces new challenges and opportunities since the last General Plan was adopted in 2001 and amended in 2007:
 
Diverse housing options — Choices in housing should be able to attract young families, provide affordable by design housing for students and housing types that allow seniors to age in place. How can we create housing solutions that preserve Davis' character while welcoming new neighbors?

Climate reality — Record heat, wildfire smoke and drought are now part of life in Davis. How can we build a more resilient community that protects residents while reducing our environmental footprint?

Reimagining how we move — Our reputation for innovative, active transportation is a gold standard for communities seeking to reduce automobile dependency while improving quality of life. How can we create a transportation network that makes sustainable choices the easy choices?

A thriving local economy — Nurture local businesses, leverage our connection to UC Davis and create economic opportunities that benefit all residents.
 
Each challenge is also an opportunity to reinvent Davis for the better—but only if we face them together.

Stay Informed and Connected

We encourage you to stay involved and make sure your voice is heard throughout the General Plan Update process. Sign up below to stay involved in the project

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