Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan Amendment

City of Palo Alto

The City of Palo Alto is known for its high quality of life and proximity to Stanford University, which have resulted in a culture of innovation throughout the city, including in its planning and environmental policies. The first city in the country with curbside recycling, Palo Alto has a strong commitment to sustainability, which will be bolstered through the Comprehensive Plan Amendment that DC&E is now completing for the City. The amendment will fulfill three main goals. First, it will incorporate sustainability throughout the Comprehensive Plan, reflecting existing programs and identifying ways in which the City can expand its greening efforts. Second, it will examine two areas with potential for infill development, resulting in concept plans for each the California Avenue/Fry’s site and the East Meadow Circle/Fabian Way area. Finally, the Comprehensive Plan amendment will identify new housing sites throughout the City, which will allow for completion of a new Housing Element by City staff.