Arlington Comprehensive Plan Update Executive Summary | Page 2

What is a Comprehensive Plan?
The city’s Comprehensive Plan is the key
policy document that provides goals,
strategies, and action steps for Arlington to
grow and prosper as a 21st century city. The
document provides an integrated approach
to all aspects of Arlington’s development with
an emphasis on environmental, economic
and social sustainability; enhancing land

use and transportation coordination; and
developing attractive and prosperous
neighborhoods for all residents of the city.
It is of particular interest to elected officials
who adopt and fund its implementation,
appointed officials who use it to guide
decisions, as well as city departments who
are charged with its implementation.

About the Plan
This plan is a culmination of the efforts of elected officials, appointed stakeholders, city staff, residents, and
businesses. Five Guiding Principles - building on our assets, embracing diversity, offering choices, improving
connectivity, and engaging our citizens - have been integrated into the five broad goals and seventeen
associated strategies developed to achieve the city’s established vision. Over 100 specific action steps further
detail how the City of Arlington can continue to be a beautiful, clean, safe, and fun place.

Our Vision
To be a pre-eminent city, providing an exemplary, safe environment in which to live, learn,
work and play.

goals and strategies
Value Our Neighborhoods

Grow Our Businesses

1. Strengthen our community by embracing
our diversity, engaging our residents and
empowering our neighborhoods.
2. Create places where people want to be.
3. Maintain and enhance neighborhood quality of
life and appearance.
4. Continue to support investment in the city’s
education system.
5. Deliver city services in a fiscally responsible
manner.
6. Provide a mix of quality housing for a diverse
population.
7. Preserve the city’s historic resources and
community landmarks of recognized
significance.

1. Elevate Arlington’s competitive positioning in the
region to capture a larger share of high-wage,
high-impact growth.
2. Rejuvenate and transform key economic centers
into vibrant destinations.
3. Create amenities and assets that will secure
Arlington’s position as a major activity hub in
North Texas.

Get Around
1. Maintain a roadway system that provides
efficient access to all parts of the city.
2. Provide a variety of transportation options.

Protect Our Resources
1. Preserve natural areas and public open spaces.
2. Conserve natural resources and energy.

Develop Our Land
1. Promote land use patterns that reflect a mix of
integrated community uses.
2. Encourage appropriate redevelopment and
reinvestment that creates lasting value.
3. Increase the visual appeal within and around
residential and commercial developments and
along city corridors.