Welcome

Des Moines is working on the periodic review and update to its Comprehensive Plan.  A full periodic review is a once-in-a-decade opportunity to revisit our community vision. As a Des Moines resident, your input is crucial to the success of this plan as it will shape our goals for years to come. We are working on a public participation plan and will update this website with engagement opportunities. 

We conduct community engagement according to the requirements and timelines set forth in the Growth Management Act and RCW 36.70A.130.

We seek to act collaboratively and work with our community and countywide agencies as well as our local Tribes.

The Comprehensive Plan is the 20-year framework for local policy, planning, and capital facility investment through the year 2044. 

The City of Des Moines would like the community's input when creating the newest plan and seeks to understand current community characteristics to focus our efforts. Input from residents, property owners, businesses, community groups and other stakeholders will form a broad and public conversation about the City’s growth and development. 

It is important the City hears from as many interested people as possible…that means YOU!

Come talk to our Planners on Saturday August 5, 2023 at:

• Steven J. Underwood Park - Touch a Truck Event, 10 AM - 11 AM
• Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market, 10 AM - 2 PM