What is a General Plan?
The General Plan is a state-mandated document required of all cities in California. The Irvine General Plan is a comprehensive, long-range vision of Irvine's future development and preservation encompassing the built and natural environments as well as the community and economy. The Plan addresses all geographic areas of the City and its sphere of influence. It also addresses the community's relation to the region, local issues and trends, service priorities, and methods to guide development and conservation of resources.