The Alexandria Urban Master Plan provides a vision and direction for growth and specific enhancement projects for the Urban Center and adjacent areas.

It originated from the Alexandria 2010 Plan, existing land use plans, and the urban parking study. It is an invaluable planning tool for the City of Alexandria, many organizations, and local and state governmental agencies. With the Alexandria Urban Master Plan, these groups and decision makers will be able to determine how the urban center can grow to its full potential.


The City of Alexandria benefits from the Master Plan in the following ways:

Strategic Plan for Acquisition of Funding – With both limited financial and land resources, Alexandria does not have the luxury to develop property in a haphazard manner. The Alexandria Urban Master Plan offers immediate and long-term guidance for development.

Identifies the best of Prior Studies and Current Urban Design Trends – This plan summarizes and “brings to Life” the best of all prior studies and current urban design trends to identify opportunities for enhanced downtown development.

Shared Community Vision – Most importantly, this plan yields a shared community vision for improving the now highly visible Alexandria Urban Center.

Boost Alexandria’s Image – Realization of this plan will boost Alexandria’s image in the state, regional, and national realm. Visual enhancement at the city’s gateways and throughout the urban core will reflect our positive community values and truly make Alexandria a better place to visit, live, work, and do business.

Aids in Economic Development – Economic development potential is enhanced by the Plan’s use as an additional support tool for interested developers. A comprehensive master plan engenders good development, builds investor confidence, and produces growth.