Comprehensive Plan 2030

The City of Marshalltown is required to maintain a Comprehensive Plan for the community. The Housing and Community Development Department is currently working with Stantec Consulting to complete an updated plan. The City received a State grant to fund 50% of the cost associated with the process.

Purpose

A Comprehensive Plan is a guide used by community leaders to prepare for future growth and development needs. The process will take approximately 18 months to complete and will have several phases involving Citizens, committees and the Council.

Iowa Smart Planning Principles

The Plan will incorporate the Iowa Smart Planning Principles (PDF).

Final Plan (Approved by Council on November 12, 2012)

  1. Introduction Chapter (PDF)
  2. Land Use and Community Design Chapter (PDF)
  3. Housing Chapter (PDF)
  4. Transportation Chapter (PDF)
  5. Parks and Trails Chapter (PDF)
  6. Community Facilities (PDF)
  7. Economic Development Chapter (PDF)
  8. Implementation Chapter (PDF)
  9. Appendix (PDF)

Resources

Resources and documents presented:

If you were unable to attend a public forum you may complete this fillable form online and either print it and return it to the planning office or submit it via email through the form. Be sure to select the appropriate email option based on the program you use. View the options (GIF).

Draft Chapters August 24, 2012

Presentations

Newsletters

Photos of Process

For photos of the process check out the City of Marshalltown Facebook page. You must log in to Facebook to see the City page.

Additional Information

For additional information please contact Caleb Knutson - City Planner at 641-754-5756.