Most US cities and counties have long used the comprehensive plan to map out a long-term vision for the built environment. However, many of these plans fail to consider fragmented political and market environments, how implementation occurs, and how plans should adapt over time.
About the Book
In Today's Comprehensive Plan, John Zeanah builds on his experience leading the Memphis 3.0 Comprehensive Plan to help planners create better outcomes. The book addresses the existential issues of the 20th century that the plan was originally conceived to meet, but updates the approach for contemporary challenges.
Key Insights
- Fragmented political and market environments require adaptable planning strategies.
- Implementation is a critical phase that often gets overlooked.
- Plans must evolve over time to remain effective.
Zeanah's work provides a practical guide for urban planners seeking to develop comprehensive plans that are both visionary and executable.
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