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Albemarle County’s Planning Division is leading an update of the County’s Comprehensive Plan. This plan will set priorities and serve as a guide for future physical development of Albemarle County.  

This Comprehensive Plan update is an opportunity to incorporate our community’s recent work, better understand the diverse, lived experiences of Albemarle County community members, and plan for an equitable and resilient future. 

Why update the Plan?  

Comprehensive Plans typically outline a vision for a 20-year planning horizon, with periodic updates required by State Code. 

Updates to the Comp Plan offer the opportunity to integrate new plans and policies, and to plan for future growth and demands for infrastructure and services. Since the latest Comprehensive Plan update in 2015, Albemarle County has grown and changed. Several new plans and policies have been adopted by the County (including the Climate Action Plan and the Affordable Housing Policy). Additionally, the Board of Supervisors affirmed Albemarle County's commitment to equity and inclusion with the Resolution in Support of an Equitable and Inclusive Community.

Since 2015, approximately 4,000 new dwelling units have been built and our community’s median household income and median home values continue to rise. This growth, however, has not been experienced evenly across the County, with quality-of-life outcomes that differ depending on where you live in Albemarle County. Read the Albemarle County Equity Profile to learn more.

Why is it called AC44?  

This name celebrates the shared future that we will be working to shape by the year 2044. 

Upcoming AC44 Events

AC44 Quarterly Community Check-In: Focus on the Environmental Stewardship and Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Chapters

Everyone is invited to join us for an informative presentation on the AC44 Comprehensive Plan where community members will gain valuable insights into the following key areas:

  • Current Status of the AC44 Process
  • Environmental Stewardship Chapter
  • Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Chapter

This session is designed to empower you with knowledge and encourage your active participation in shaping our community's future. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation!

In-person attendees will be invited to ask questions and visit the two Open House-style rooms dedicated to each chapter. Staff from Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Facilities and Environmental Services will be available to answer questions and capture your feedback on the various topics.

Virtual attendance is also an option! Register to watch the main presentation via Zoom.

New to the AC44 Project?

The AC44 Comprehensive Plan is currently in Phase 3 of development, focusing on plan rollout, drafting chapter content and actions for each topic, and engagement. The plan will be rolled out in four parts: Community Vision and Needs, Growth Management Framework, Implementation, and Appendix.

AC44 Phase 3 Flyer

 

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