Omaha's Comprehensive Plan 2050 is the city's master land-use document, setting growth boundaries, neighborhood typologies, transportation priorities, and equity goals that guide all rezoning decisions and master-plan amendments under Chapter 55.
The Comprehensive Plan 2050 replaced earlier master plans and establishes citywide growth strategies through the mid-century horizon. It identifies neighborhood types (urban core, established, growth, rural-edge), corridor priorities along Dodge Street and 72nd Street, and transit-investment areas. Rezoning applications under Chapter 55 must demonstrate consistency with the Plan's policies. The Planning Department reviews amendments annually. Major elements include housing diversity, climate resilience, transportation choice, and equitable access to parks and tree canopy in historically underserved neighborhoods.
The Comprehensive Plan is guidance for legislative decisions, not a regulatory ordinance. Inconsistent rezoning requests can be denied by the Planning Board or City Council.
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