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City Planning

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Mission

The City Planning Department fosters a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to guiding the growth, development, and redevelopment of the City of Tampa. The department focuses on citywide planning initiatives that enhance economic value, quality of life, community, and resiliency.

Values

Collaboration

We value collaboration with other departments, external agencies, and the community in reaching consensus on planning and policy initiatives.

Listening

We will actively listen to our customers and craft effective plans and policies that respond directly to their needs.

Integrity

We will remain objective and transparent in our approach, data gathering, and methodologies by always delivering unbiased recommendations to the mayor, City Council, and the community.

Quality

We strive to deliver high-quality planning services that will positively impact communities.

Stewardship

We strengthen economic value, support resilient infrastructure, and ensure that development today builds a stronger city for generations to come.

Dignity

We approach planning with respect for all communities, applying consistent standards while working to reduce barriers and promote fair access to opportunity and public investment.

Services

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