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   Planning Department ​

​Mis​sion

The Planning Department's mission is to guide Anchorage land use development and community resources to meet the quality of life, economic, social, environmental, and physical needs of present and future residents.

Good planning makes for livable neighborhoods, a safe and healthy community, and a sustainable economy. How land use fits in with housing, transportation, community and economic development gives Anchorage its character.

The Planning Department has four divisions that are responsible for a wide range of planning, zoning, and development activities. 

The Department also hosts a wide range of adopted studies and plans:​​

Get involved:​

Get regular updates on upcoming cases: subscribe to get regular email updates 

Keep up to date with the *Planning Department Long-Range Projects Page*

Track changes with the​ *Title 21 and Land Use Updates Page *



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  • Individuals who need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to interact with the Planning Department or to participate at its meetings should contact the Planning Department by telephone at 343-7931 or ​fax at 343-7927 to request reasonable accommodations.

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