Long-Range Planning

What We Do

Long-Range Planning provides comprehensive plan and related zoning amendments, special projects (including development, analysis, and review process), and staff to the Olympia Planning Commission.

Olympia Comprehensive Plan

Planners working in the Long-Range Planning division are instrumental to ensuring the City has a comprehensive land use plan for the future. Each year, the Comprehensive Plan is reviewed and updated. The public is invited to be involved at several stages during the revision process.

Comprehensive Plan for the City of Olympia

Pre-application forms for the 2010 Comprehensive Plan amendment process are now available! The due date for submitting a pre-application is November 2, 2009.

Urban Waterfront/Isthmus Rezone - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Amendment

Shoreline Master Program

Olympia's Shoreline Master Program is currently under review. More...

Long-Range Planning Resources

City of Olympia Planning Commission
The Planning Commission advises the City Council on issues relating to long-range land use planning. Meeting times, agendas, and minutes are available.

Thurston Regional Planning Council (TRPC)
The TRPC is an intergovernmental board that develops regional plans and policies related to growth.

Land Use Game
The Land Use game is a fun way to learn about the complexities of managing growth. Facilitated by City staff or Planning Commissioners, the game can help adults and young adults understand the growth management process.