Read the Draft Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Sections
The Envision Evanston 2045 Team The City is excited to announce the release of Envision Evanston 2045, our draft comprehensive plan aimed at guiding the growth, development, and prosperity of our community over the next 20 years. This ambitious plan is designed to ensure that Evanston continues to be a thriving and inclusive place to live, work, and play for all. We have also released the draft chapters of the zoning code. Take a look below!
Want a quick overview of the Draft Comprehensive Plan? Read the summary here.


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Hear from community leaders why Envision Evanston 2045 matters.

Envision Evanston 2045
Together, we’ll develop a new Comprehensive Plan and a new Zoning Code that reflects
our shared vision for Evanston. The City of Evanston’s current Comprehensive Plan
was adopted in 2000. The City of Evanston’s
current Zoning Code was adopted in 1993.
For context, check out highlights from 1993.
Rewind to 1993
The Bulls won their 3rd championship & Michael Jordan hadn’t yet retired… the first time.
Gas cost
$1.07/gallon
Jurassic Park was the highest grossing movie.
The World Wide Web became available to the broader public.
