The Oakland General Plan Update is an exciting opportunity for Oaklanders to plan our city's future together. Through the plan, we aim to create livable, connected neighborhoods where we can all access good housing, jobs, food, entertainment, libraries, parks, and safe transportation.
Make your voice heard as we plan the Town's future!
What do Oaklanders care about most? Our Phase 2 Survey Report showed people's priorities were jobs, better parks, and improved transportation. Join the General Plan’s Community Advisory Subcommittee to help shape policies related to land use, transportation, and parks.
What's the General Plan Update?
It's OUR chance to plan the Oakland's future.
In Phase 2, we'll work with the community to:
• Build safer, reliable transit options for all
• Create more livable and walkable neighborhoods
• Improve access to grocery stores, entertainment, libraries, and parks
• Protect neighborhoods from excessive noise near freeways, airports, and industry
• Improve city roads, bridges, sidewalks, restrooms, and fire stations
• Identify and meet the needs of Oakland’s diverse communities
The City of Oakland is now accepting applications for the General Plan’s Community Advisory Subcommittee! Help shape policies related to land use, transportation, and parks!
The History of Oakland Walking Tour, created by David Peters as part of the Oakland General Plan Update (GPU), showcases the city’s rich culture, activism, and often-overlooked historical landmarks. This virtual tour helps residents and city staff understand Oakland’s past to ensure future planning efforts honor its history while fostering livable, connected neighborhoods.
The General Plan Phase 2 Survey is open until October 31, 5 pm.
A General Plan is a document required by the State that sets a vision for the city's future development. It reflects community priorities and values. It includes goals, policies, and measures to achieve this vision. California law requires specific topics, called "Elements," to be covered in a General Plan. These include land use, circulation, housing, environmental justice, conservation, open space, noise, and safety. The city can also include other elements if needed.
You can learn more about the General Plan by taking a look at each of Oakland’s current Elements or watching the Phase 2 Overview Video below.
Phase 1 Kickoff
Housing Element Adopted by City Council
Housing Element Certified by the State of California
Environmental Justice (EJ) Element and Safety Element Adopted by City Council
Phase 1 Planning Code Amendments Adopted by City Council
Phase 2 Kickoff
Release of Draft Land Use Alternatives
Anticipated Adoption of Phase 2 Elements
The Oakland General Plan Update process has two phases. Phase 1 began in November 2021 and concluded in October 2023. We adopted the Housing, Environmental Justice, and Safety Elements. Phase 2 started in 2024 and will focus on the Land Use and Transportation Element (LUTE), Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation (OSCAR) Element, Noise Element, and the Infrastructure and Capital Facilities Element.
Developed at the beginning of Phase 1, and serving as a foundation for the General Plan, these initial principles help guide the General Plan process as it continues to unfold:
The General Plan Update team includes City staff, and our consultant team consisting of Dyett & Bhatia and the Deeply Rooted Collaborative.
City staff leading the project are named below.
General
Land Use and Transportation Element (LUTE)
Noise Element
Infrastructure & and Capital Facilities Element
Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation (OSCAR) Element
Community Engagement
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