General Plan
About the General Plan
Adopted on October 11, 2010, the Redwood City General Plan is the vision document that guides the growth and development of Redwood City through 2030. As a culmination of extensive community outreach and input, the General Plan establishes the basis for zoning regulations and provides guidance in the evaluation of development proposals. In addition, it creates the framework for economic development, transportation improvements, sustainable growth, City services, parks and open space, and cultural and historic preservation. In particular, the General Plan addresses:
- How City looks and feels.
- Where and how we live.
- How we get around.
- What we do for enlightenment, entertainment, and fun.
- How we live alongside and preserve natural resources.
- How we can improve our quality of life.
Environmental Impact Report
To view the General Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR) as well as the EIR for the 2023-2031 Housing Element, click here.
The General Plan
The General Plan is organized into sections called “Elements” that address different aspects of the City’s development. Each element can be viewed and downloaded using the links below.
Introductory Material & Vision
- Front Cover
- Introduction Letter from the City Manager
- Addenda
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction: "Building Our Legacy"
- Our Vision
Built Environment Element
The Built Environment Element covers topics including urban form and land use, circulation, economic development, historic resources, and infrastructure. View and download the Built Environment Element at the links below.
- Built Environment Element (most recently amended August 2023)
- View/download individual chapters of the Built Environment Element:
Housing Element
The Housing Element describes goals, policies, and programs to build and preserve market rate and affordable housing and to meet the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation as determined by the State of California. State law requires the Housing Element to be updated every 8 years. View and download the Housing Element at the link below.
- Housing Element (most recently amended February 2023)
- Elemento de Vivienda, Resumen Ejecutivo en Español (Febrero 2023)
- Housing Element Sites Inventory
- Housing Element Letter of Certification from the California Department of Housing & Community Development, dated March 27, 2023
- Housing Element Annual Progress Report Dashboard
Building Community Element
The Building Community Element covers topics including parks and open space, schools and learning, recreation and human services, health and environmental justice, care for seniors and children, culture and arts, and governance. View and download the Building Community Element at the link below
- Building Community Element (most recently amended February 2023)
Public Safety Element
The Public Safety Element covers topics including atmosphere and climate change resilience, hazards management, emergency preparedness, and noise mitigation. State law requires that the Public Safety Element be updated in conjunction with the Housing Element. View and download the Public Safety Element at the link below.
- Public Safety Element (most recently amended August 2023)
Natural Resources Element
The Natural Resources Element covers topics including water resources, energy conservation, natural habitat and open space, and urban forest. View and download the Public Safety Element at the link below.
- Natural Resources Element (most recently amended February 2023)