The Dumfries Small Area Plans are focused planning efforts that provide detailed guidance for specific areas of Town, called mixed-use hubs. These mixed-use hubs were identified as part of Destination Dumfries; they are Main Street Commons, The Waterfront District, and The Gateway.

Small Area Plans allow the Town to take a closer look at key areas experiencing change or opportunity. These plans help ensure future growth aligns with community priorities and supports a coordinated, long‑term vision for Dumfries. In addition, they allow the Town to advance tailored goals and recommendations for each mixed-use hub that considers the unique context of each area.

The Small Area Plans build on the policies, goals, and vision established in Destination Dumfries and other adopted Town plans. They provide more detailed, location‑specific recommendations to support implementation.

The plans will examine existing conditions and future opportunities related to land use, transportation and connectivity, housing, economic development, environmental considerations, and community character.

No. The Small Area Plans are policy and guidance documents. Any future zoning or regulatory changes would follow a separate public process and require Town Council action.

We're happy you're here! Your input is vital to ensuring we create community-driven plans that take into account the public's goals alongside technical data. We will have a variety of engagement opportunities throughout our process, including:

• Digital engagement activities
• In-person engagement like community meetings

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Once adopted, the Small Area Plans will guide future public and private investments, help evaluate development proposals, and inform future capital and policy decisions.