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Planning

The Planning Department focuses on citywide and community planning initiatives that enhance economic value, quality of life, resiliency, and ensure consistency with local, regional, state, and federal planning efforts.

 

Offices and Programs

Historic Preservation Program

The Historic Preservation Program supports the documentation and preservation of cultural, historic, architectural, and archaeological resources in the City of Sarasota.

Long-Range Planning

The Long-Range Planning Division is responsible for developing, evaluating, and maintaining the City's Comprehensive Plan, also known as the Sarasota City Plan, and the City Zoning Code.

Office of Economic Development

The Office of Economic Development promotes quality economic development through projects and programs administered Citywide.

Public Art

Sarasota's Public Art Program celebrates creativity through a variety of exhibitions and initiatives, enhancing the city's character.

Sustainability and Resilience

The City’s Sustainability and Resilience Program drives initiatives that strengthen resilience, reduce emissions, and implement strategies for a sustainable future.

 

City Plans

Sarasota City Plan (Comprehensive Plan)

 

Downtown Master Plan 2020(PDF, 21MB)

 

Sarasota in Motion (Transportation Plan)

 

Public Art Plan 2030

Active Zoning Text Amendments

Active Zoning Text Amendments

City-Initiated Comprehensive Plan Amendments

City-Initiated Comprehensive Plan Amendments

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(941) 263-6756

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1575 Second Street, 4th Floor
Sarasota, FL
34236
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