Planning & Development

Department Functions

The Planning and Development Department has four (4) essential functions: 

  1. Research and Develop Economic Activity Within the City
  2. Plan Zoning Regulations Throughout the City
  3. Develop and Implement Long-Term Planning Initiatives that solidify the success of the community. 

Please explore these functions through the links below or to the left of this page. 

  1. Economic Development
  2. Zoning Administration
  3. Long-Range Planning
  4. Additional Functions


The economic development function of the department consists of compiling economic data and providing assistance to businesses going through the development process. Additionally, the department works with new and existing businesses in a variety of ways – detailed on the Business & Development Hub.