City Planning
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Get involvedWhy planning matters
Vision & Big picture
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	From ideas to neighbourhoodsWhat is City Planning?See how Calgary’s big-picture plans guide local projects, linking regional growth strategies to the changes happening in your neighborhood. 
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	Your city, your futureThe Calgary PlanThe Calgary Plan is our 30-year roadmap. It lays out the vision for housing, mobility, land use, and investments that will shape the Calgary of tomorrow. 
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	Decisions backed by dataPlanning researchEvery choice is guided by research. Data helps us understand trends, plan for change, and make decisions that are fair, transparent, and sustainable. 
How growth is guided
Policies & Strategies
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	Working together across the regionRegional strategyCalgary doesn’t grow alone. We partner with nearby municipalities to protect natural areas, share resources, and build connected communities. 
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	Rules that shape our growthCitywide growth strategyAs Calgary’s neighborhoods evolve, the City enhances public spaces to ensure they remain vibrant, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone while achieving our long-term vision. 
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	How development takes shapeDevelopment strategyBefore a shovel hits the ground, every project goes through approvals. Behind it all is a city blueprint guiding Calgary’s growth to keep communities vibrant, connected, and sustainable. 
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	Homes for everyoneHousing strategyCalgary is growing, and so is the need for housing. The Housing Strategy lays out actions to make sure people across the city can find safe, affordable, and suitable homes now and in the future. 
From plan to action
Implementation & neighborhood impact
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	Building a vibrant and resilient cityInfrastructureSee what we are building around Calgary. Find project plans, construction updates and more. 
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	What’s happening in your communityCommunity planningCheck current and proposed developments in your area. From new buildings to local projects, see how growth is shaping your neighbourhood. 
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	Reimagining DowntownDowntown strategyA strong city depends on a strong core. Discover how we’re making downtown a place where more people want to live, work, and visit. 
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	Planning for a greener futureClimate & EnvironmentOur Climate and Environment strategies outline how we protect nature, reduce emissions, and build a city that can thrive in a changing climate. 
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	Helping communities thriveEstablished area growthAs Calgary’s neighborhoods evolve, the City enhances public spaces to ensure they remain vibrant, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone. 
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	Balancing growth with historyHeritage planningHeritage planning helps preserve Calgary’s historic buildings and landmarks, while ensuring we continue to grow and modernize. 
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	Living close to transitTransit Oriented DevelopmentTransit-oriented development puts more homes, shops, and services near LRT and bus stations, making it easier for people to get around.