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Comprehensive Plan

Welcome to Meridian's Comprehensive Plan; our vision and guide for the future. Read the entire Plan here in your web browser, or download a PDF. Browse topical information by Themes (chapters), check out policies in Implementation, and view related links in Resources. Looking for context? Check out the Introduction.

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Explore Themes

Introduction

Chapter1

This plan is divided into 5 community vision themes:

  • Premier
  • Evolving
  • Livable
  • Vibrant
  • Connected

Premier

Chapter 2

A vibrant, diverse, clean and safe community in which to live, work and thrive.

Plan elements: 

  • Housing
  • Education & Community Services
  • Economic Excellence

Evolving

Chapter 3

A community thoughtfully adapting to changes

Plan elements: 

  • Growth and Population
  • Land Use
  • Utilities and Infrastructure

Livable

Chapter 4

A community of family-friendly, healthy, and engaging places.

Plan elements:

  • Parks and Pathways
  • Stewardship
  • Public Safety

Vibrant

Chapter 5

A community strengthened by historic character and vibrant activity centers.

Plan elements: 

  • Character, Design and Identity
  • Historic Preservation
  • Arts and Culture

Connected

Chapter 6

A community of safe and efficient transportation.

Plan elements: 

  • Transportation and Streets

Implementation

The Implementation Table reference policies in the Comprehensive Plan that relate to unique topical sections in the plan:

  • Housing
  • Education & Community Services
  • Economic Excellence
  • Growth & Population
  • Future Land Use
  • Utilities & Infrastructure
  • Parks and Pathways
  • Stewardship
  • Public Safety
  • Character, Design and Identity
  • Historic Preservation
  • Arts & Culture
  • Transportation

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Adoption & Amendments

Adopted: December 17, 2019

Resolution: No. 19-2179

List of Amendments to Comprehensive Plan since Adoption:

Comprehensive Plan Amendments and Resolutions
Date Resolution Description
09/01/2020 Resolution 20-2224 Adding priority levels and assigning responsible department leads to the existing policies of the Plan.
12/21/2021 Resolution 21-2302 Adopting the Fields Subarea Plan by reference.
10/25/2022 Resolution 22-2347 Adopting the Existing Conditions Report 2022 by reference.
08/22/2023 Resolution 23-2406 Amending the policy text, priorities, and lead/support Departments.
03/05/2024 Resolution 24-2440 Update and/or replace certain text and graphics associated with the mixed-use sections of the Comprehensive Plan, including other minor revisions, terms, and a new appendix.
12/16/2025 Resolution 25-2559 Adopting by reference Ada County EMS and Jail capital improvement plans and development impact fees; adopting by reference City of Meridian Development Impact Fees Study (09/16/2022) and amended capital improvement plan; amending the List of Adopted Plans and Studies by Reference; and amending Appendix A. Glossary of Terms.