Guided by principles of human-scale development and equitable growth, the City of Jackson Department of Planning and Development advances inclusive planning that supports sustainable neighborhoods, balanced progress, and opportunities for all across the city.
Find answers to common questions about long-range planning and how you can get involved in
shaping Jackson’s future.
No. It is a guide for the City’s decisions. Zoning laws and ordinances are based on it.
Every 5–10 years, the City reviews the plan to keep it up to date.
Yes! Public meetings, surveys, and workshops let neighbors share ideas and concerns.
FABRIC makes sure each area has the right mix of housing, shops, parks, and services. It helps protect what’s special about your community while planning for growth.
The plan is the vision for the future. Zoning is the set of rules used right now to reach that vision.
You can view it on the City’s website or at the Planning & Zoning office.
