What is a Comprehensive Plan? A a 20-year road map that outlines the community’s vision through goals, policies, and action. It guides day-to-day decisions, investments, and regulations for elected officials and City staff.
A vision for Wenatchee setting long-term goals and priorities that reflect the community’s vision and values. Goals and policies to guide City budget priorities, regulations, and investments in infrastructure and public spaces consistent with the community’s vision.
A framework for future development, the plan includes a detailed analysis of Wenatchee’s housing needs, an evaluation of available land under current zoning, and a review of transportation patterns and traffic data. Economic research identifies job trends and business needs to support a strong local economy, while a new climate analysis of assets and vulnerabilities will help the City plan for a more resilient future. Together, these insights ensure that the plan reflects both the community’s vision and the realities of growth and change.
The plan covers a wide range of topics across 11 elements (or chapters). These chapters focus growth to urban areas to reduce sprawl, accommodate projected residential and economic growth, plan transportation systems regionally, retain open space and recreation opportunities, protect natural resources and utilities, plan for natural emergencies, protect property rights, and above all, reflect the culture and vision of our community.
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Elements Required by State Law
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Additional Wenatchee Elements
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- Land Use
- Housing
- Capital Facilities (Public Facilities & Services)
- Utilities
- Transportation
- Climate Change (new
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- Economic Development*
- Parks, Recreation, and Open Space*
- Cultural & Historic Resources
- Community Design & Healthy Communities
- Natural Environment
- Subarea Plans
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*Listed as mandatory in RCW 36.70A.070(7) and (8) but are optional because funds haven’t been appropriated to help pay for preparing them.
