General Plan

General Plan Update - Community Workshop

Town residents participated in an interactive community workshop on May 27. The workshop was intended to provide more information to residents on the General Plan and help guide how the Town grows over the next decade.

Stay tuned for more upcoming workshops and events.

2028 Queen Creek General Plan Update

Queen Creek is starting the 2028 General Plan update, and we’re excited to share the journey with you! Check out the information on this page to learn more about the process, and keep an eye out for upcoming opportunities to participate and make your voice heard.

What is the purpose of a General Plan?

The General Plan serves as the Town’s long-range guide for shaping its future over the next 10-20 years. It establishes a shared community vision supported by goals, policies, and actions that will inform decisions about the Town’s physical development, economic vitality, and overall quality of life. Covering the full spectrum of the built environment, the General Plan provides a coordinated framework for thoughtful progress.

Why update it now?

What topics does the General Plan address?

Arizona law outlines specific planning elements that communities must address, with requirements varying by population size. In addition to these mandated components,
municipalities may choose to include optional elements that reflect their unique priorities and long-term needs.

For a community the size of Queen Creek, the State-required elements include:

Land Use
Circulation
Growth Areas
Open Space
Recreation
Redevelopment
Public Buildings
Housing
Safety
Cost of Development
Neighborhood Preservation and Revitalization
Environmental Planning
Water Resources
Conservation
Energy
Public Facilities and Services

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About the 2018 General Plan

The Queen Creek General Plan serves as the Town's road map to guide development, manage growth, and conserve natural resources. The General Plan contains a vision supported by goals, strategies, and actions to guide Town development, support a sustainable and robust economy, provide quality recreation, and effectively conserve Queen Creek’s natural resources. It includes the following elements: Land Use; Housing; Growth Areas; Transportation/Circulation; Recreation, Parks & Open Space; Environmental; Water, Economic Development; Cost of Development; and Public Safety.

State law requires communities to prepare and adopt a General Plan every ten years with input from the community. The 2018 General Plan was approved by voters on May 15, 2018.

You may view the General Plan document and the General Plan Executive Summary by clicking on the links below. Hard copies are available for viewing or purchase at Town Hall. The book can also be viewed at the Queen Creek Library.

What is a General Plan?

General Plan Fact Sheet

Plan Vision

Queen Creek is a unique community known for its friendly, hometown atmosphere, and strong sense of agricultural heritage. This culture is woven throughout the community’s neighborhoods, businesses, and recreational opportunities. The Town General Plan provides for a range of land uses and opportunities that are consistent with the desired community character. The strategic vision of the community aims to continue the environment of “convenience of the city, comfort of the country.”

Plan Goals

The Land Use Element identifies how land can be used throughout Town with the goal of maintaining the Town’s unique character, effectively managing growth, ensuring employment diversity and economic stability.
The Housing Element strives to provide a diverse range of quality housing options.
The Growth Area Element helps guide development in areas where increased growth is anticipated.
The Circulation Element describes the Town’s transportation system, with the goal of developing a multimodal transportation system for all users.
The Recreation, Parks and Open Space Element strives to develop a quality and comprehensive park, trail and recreation system.
The Environmental Element aims to protect and improve the Town’s environmental health.
The Water Resources Element strives to effectively and efficiently maintain, protect, and preserve water resources.
The Economic Development Element strives to attract private investment, create an entrepreneurial culture, position the Town as the agritainment capital of Arizona and plan for and invest in infrastructure that supports economic development.
The Cost of Development Element aims to maintain a consistent level of high quality services for all Queen Creek residents.
The Public Safety Element describes how the Town will meet its public safety needs and responsibilities as the Town grows.