Overview

The Planning and Development Department helps guide the development process with the goal of ensuring quality land development for the future of Georgetown and preservation of the community’s unique historic and environmental features in accordance with the City’s Comprehensive Plan.

The Planning Department provides public information on past, present and future development, census and demographic information, population projections, development trends and impacts.  In addition, the department reviews and makes recommendations on annexations and development applications, prepares reports, and participates in meetings of the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z), Historic and Architectural Revew Commission (HARC), and the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA). Information on each of these boards and future meetings and agendas can be found on this site.

Department Goals

Promote growth management strategies to guide the City’s land use, transportation, infrastructure, and economic development decisions that will provide long-term quality of life.

• Provide sound and timely advice to internal and external customers regarding the planning process and best land use planning principles.
• Continuously see input into the planning process from key stakeholders, including real estate developers, other government agencies, and utility providers.
• Promote quality growth that enhances the rehabilitation and preservation of historic structures.
• Provide long range planning perspective for annexation and extra-territorial jurisdiction development.