Policies & Implementation

This page is organized by element and includes details that fully describe each policy, including what goals and initiatives it addresses, and how it will be implemented.

Click ‘Details’ on any policy to see what responsible parties are involved in policy implementation, a targeted ‘start-by’ date, and goals and initiatives addressed.

(Often more than one responsible party is listed. Bold text indicates primary responsibility if applicable. The ‘start by’ value specifies the year during which implementation of each policy would begin. Higher priority policies will be acted on sooner. The four possible ‘start by’ options are: 2018, 2023, 2028, or ‘ongoing’, which may apply to policy decisions the City abides by, actions that are being done continually, items that have already been started, or items that for some other reason a definite time frame is not applicable.)

Key: In Progress Implemented
sustainOKC

SU-1

Encourage the integration and mixing of land uses in urban areas.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-2

Encourage the integration of different land uses in urban areas through the following means:

  • Promote the use of performance standards in place of existing zoning methods (which address incompatibility by separating uses). Performance-based regulations should focus on achieving compatibility between uses by addressing the following:
    • Noise, odors and air quality
    • Traffic and parking (allow flexible, but sufficient parking)
    • Site layout and building design
    • Waste
    • Safety
    • Lighting (glare control, placement, and shielding)
    • Delivery hours
  • Enhance transit service (bus and rail).
  • Prevent large areas of concentration of any particular land use such as multi-family or commercial.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-3

Enable increased densities as appropriate to individual land use typology areas by addressing financial incentives and disincentives through evaluating the feasibility of strategies such as:

  • Impact fees and/or transportation utility fees that vary by district according to actual cost;
  • Assessing solid waste charges according to actual cost;
  • Private solid waste services where it is impractical for the City to provide service such as in rural areas.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-4

Support diversity and integration of housing unit types and sizes in all land use typology areas in order to meet the diverse needs of households of different sizes, generational needs, incomes, and preferences. New residential subdivisions should achieve a mixture of housing types within a unified development.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-5

Amend the zoning ordinance to better accommodate the integration of various residential densities, building types, and styles.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-6

Create design standards and guidelines for the design, materials, shared amenities, and accessibility of high density urban residential development. Standards and guidelines should promote privacy and livability in a high density, mixed-use environment.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-7

Evaluate existing regulations for effectiveness in promoting density and mixed-use development and in addressing surface parking. Develop a new urban design code for downtown and other key districts to promote healthy mixes of land uses that are compatible and complementary.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-8

Adopt subdivision regulations that ensure new neighborhoods meet the basic needs of residents while supporting an efficient development pattern. Regulations should cover:

  • Open space (passive and active),
  • Demonstration of sustainable funding levels for common area and facility maintenance costs,
  • Walkability and bikeability,
  • Internal and external street connectivity,
  • Block length,
  • Integration of uses,
  • Integration of a variety of home sizes,
  • Integration of a variety of unit types, and
  • Preservation of Environmentally Sensitive Areas.

Regulations could be based on a point scale to allow flexibility, while still requiring basic minimum thresholds be met.
New regulations should remove the existing requirement for development in Rural LUTAs to connect to water and sewer systems and establish a minimum one-acre lot size for lots with on-site sewer treatment.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-9

Revise subdivision and zoning regulations to allow increased densities as appropriate. For example, density potential could be increased by allowing “cottage” or “pocket” neighborhoods and accessory dwelling units (additional dwelling units allowed on owner-occupied properties) where appropriate.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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SU-10

Mitigate negative impacts of compactness by:

  • Updating nuisance code to better address noise, smell, vibration, property maintenance, panhandling, animal control, delivery hours limits, and other possible negative effects.
  • Updating the sign ordinance to reduce visual clutter.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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SU-11

In order to promote compatibility between different uses, establish standards and guidelines that ensure all developments are pedestrian-friendly and human scale at street frontages and property lines.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-12

Increase the viability of townhomes and condominiums as housing products by:

  • Adopting and supporting new local and state laws to increase consumer protection for condos and townhomes (e.g., better funding mechanisms and maintenance enforcement for common areas).
  • Requiring developers to demonstrate sustainable funding levels for common area and facility maintenance costs.

Type:

Legislative Initiative
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-13

In order to accommodate desires for large-lot development in Urban Reserve areas, implement innovative techniques such as build-through acreages (otherwise known as shadow platting or ghost platting) that permit interim large-lot development of a site or a portion of a site with a master plan that achieves an overall future density target for urban development.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

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SU-14

Prioritize and concentrate development where facilities, infrastructure, and services have capacity and in areas where the Police and Fire Departments are best able to respond. Guide the location and timing of development through the proactive and strategic installation of infrastructure.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Finance Department
Fire Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Police Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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SU-15

Use one or more of the following methods to ensure infrastructure and facility capacities are adequate for proposed development:

  • Ongoing master planning to determine the necessary water, sewer, and road infrastructure to serve development.
  • An impact fee system that collects funds for specific areas as they develop and installs needed infrastructure in a timely manner.
  • Use of special service districts to ensure appropriate levels of service, sufficient revenue, and timely installation of infrastructure and facilities for each district.
  • Require developers to construct or fully fund infrastructure or other improvements needed to serve their development, with reasonable accommodation for future adjacent or nearby development.
  • Require developers to wait until the City (or the State as the case may be) constructs the infrastructure needed to serve their development.
  • For development proposed in areas not currently within one-half mile of existing water infrastructure, require a service area study to first be completed to determine the best method for providing water to the service area.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Finance Department
Fire Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-16

For development proposed in areas not currently within a sanitary sewer drainage basin, a drainage basin study should first be completed to determine the best method for sanitary sewer service.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

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SU-17

Create and implement small area plans for neighborhoods or districts with special strategic importance or complications related to development or redevelopment.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Local Chambers of Commerce
Neighborhood Alliance
Parks & Recreation Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
School Districts

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-18

Identify priority areas where the City can maximize private investment by providing public infrastructure and amenities including:

  • Transit;
  • Parks, trails, sidewalks;
  • Streets;
  • Arts and cultural facilities.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-19

Encourage redevelopment and infill development on vacant, underutilized, and brownfield sites in urbanized areas.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-20

Catalyze infill development on vacant, underutilized, and brownfield sites in urbanized areas by:

  • Investing in infrastructure improvements;
  • Improving multi-modal transportation networks;
  • Improving parks and open spaces;
  • Improving schools and other civic resources;
  • Exploring innovative methods such as:
    • A public-private partnership to purchase problem properties in target areas and build or rehabilitate homes while improving infrastructure and amenities
    • An infill house plan program similar to Sacramento or Milwaukee
  • Identifying and removing barriers to rehabilitation and/or replacement of residential buildings.
  • Establishing a position in the City to facilitate medium- and large-scale redevelopment projects through the development process by guiding interactions with City departments, allied agencies, and utility companies.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department
School Districts

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-21

Encourage the adaptive reuse of underutilized structures and the revitalization of older, economically distressed neighborhoods.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-22

Ensure the ongoing compatibility and appropriateness of development in Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) and Simplified Planned Unit Developments (SPUDs) by:

  • Exploring the establishment of expiration dates for PUDs and SPUDs that have not been initiated after a certain period of time;
  • Establish a procedure to ensure PUDs build-out according to approved plans.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-23

Prioritize maintaining the strength of existing commercial nodes and corridors over providing new areas for commercial development.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-24

Continue promoting the re-use, redevelopment, and revitalization of low-performing or declining commercial areas.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-25

Favor commercial development clustered in nodes at arterial or collector intersections or along brief “main street” style corridors over commercial development extending in a linear pattern for long distances along highway, arterial, or collector corridors.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-26

Incentives for new regional retail development should only be considered if the proposed project truly creates a new regional destination for the city and does not significantly cannibalize sales from existing Regional Districts.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-27

Regional-, community-, and neighborhood-scale retail developments should provide an internal vehicle and pedestrian circulation system between new and existing centers and individual stores that draws on the following principles:

  • Concentrate access for new retail development at shared primary entrance points. Primary entrance points should be aligned with access points immediately across intersecting roads. Limit curb cuts on primary highways and arterials.
  • Provide pedestrian circulation, including sidewalks and median breaks along interior and exterior fronting roads and within parking lots.
  • Encourage coordinated development of retail centers in order to facilitate internal pedestrian and vehicle circulation and optimal center performance.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-28

Commercial buildings should be built at the street rather than behind a parking lot in order to promote pedestrian circulation, multipurpose shopping trips, and walkable and attractive streetscapes. Large-scale commercial buildings with parking in front should screen parking lots with the coordinated development of out-parcels (pad sites) and with landscaping.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-29

Amend the landscape ordinance to increase the number of trees and landscaped islands required in parking lots.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

SU-30

New neighborhood-scale retail should be located within new residential growth areas to serve daily shopping needs and limit trip distances. In newly developing areas, this retail format is preferred to the existing linear development patterns along arterials.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-31

Neighborhood-scale retail should be developed at the median breaks or intersections of major or minor connectors.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-32

Wayfinding mechanisms and other placemaking features should be strongly encouraged in new and existing commercial districts.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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SU-33

Support development of land designated for large employers and employment centers within the Employment Reserve LUTA, using the following strategies:

  • When major infrastructure is extended to allow specific properties to develop in an Employment Reserve area, the City should place a condition on the land (through a development agreement) limiting future development to employment uses.
  • Guide employment land development through the proactive and strategic installation of infrastructure to accomplish the large-site employment land inventory objectives outlined in the Employment Land Needs Assessment & Action Plan.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Planning Department
Public Works Department
The Alliance for Economic Development
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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SU-34

Develop design standards and guidelines for industrial development. Standards and guidelines should address: sensitive design and placement of buildings; screening or prohibiting outdoor storage; parcel sizes which allow for long term expansion for individual users; special landscaping requirements addressing screening and landscaping adjacent to residential areas and along  highway and arterial streets; standards for the suitable location, orientation and screening of loading bays; and buffering treatments for truck access points.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-35

Avoid placing heavy industrial uses on borders of industrial areas to avoid conflicts with adjacent development.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

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SU-36

Direct oil drilling in industrial areas to locate equipment and facilities near major streets so as to keep interior areas free of obstructions that could hinder industrial development.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

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SU-37

Enhance Downtown Oklahoma City’s prominence by maintaining and increasing its role as the major business center, establishing it as a major urban residential center, and focusing on developing retail, office, entertainment, and arts and cultural uses.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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SU-38

Prohibit new single-use, on-street commercial surface parking lots from locating Downtown and create incentives for the redevelopment of existing commercial surface parking lots with appropriately-scaled infill development.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-39

Provide incentives for developers to build parking garages in high density areas. Include design requirements for projects receiving incentives.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-40

Continue to pursue a full scale downtown grocery store or a natural food grocer by:

  • Increasing the amount of downtown housing
  • Conducting a market study to quantify existing and future potential
  • Promoting downtown to potential store operators
  • Providing incentives such as land, infrastructure, or sales tax rebates, and allowing for mixed-use (vertical) integration with other uses including, but not limited to, residential.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Planning Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-41

Work to establish a critical mass of retail uses in the downtown area. A lifestyle center or mixed-use town center presents the most viable option for a major infusion of retail into downtown.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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SU-42

Encourage development of new educational and childcare facilities downtown to accommodate families with children that work and/or live downtown.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-43

In Downtown and adjacent areas, encourage the development of affordable housing for moderate-income households through incentives or requirements such as:

  • Requiring a percentage of units in all new apartment and condominium developments to be affordable to working households with incomes of 80 to 100 percent of the area median family income as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Developments may be exempted through payment of an in-lieu fee to go towards development of affordable housing.
  • Establishing a density bonus program where appropriate.
  • Establishing financial incentives for development of affordable housing.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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SU-44

Preserve existing rural residential character while pursuing optimal use of existing infrastructure in rural areas.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

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SU-45

Ensure that development in rural areas is consistent with local design and scale and does not detract from the open character of the landscape.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

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SU-46

Support limited amounts of commercial in rural areas appropriate to the needs of rural residents and passersby. Commercial uses in rural areas should be located in small clusters either on uninterrupted arterials or at freeway interchanges.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

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SU-47

Encourage unified planning for all adjoining land owned or controlled by a project’s developer to ensure proper circulation and land use relationships.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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SU-48

Higher density multifamily development should be located in areas near employment or educational centers where street and transit systems have, or will soon have capacity to support the added trips.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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SU-49

Avoid concentrations of apartment complexes. Instead, integrate multifamily units into neighborhoods with mixes of housing types or in mixed-use developments.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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connectOKC

C-1

Coordinate the design, development, expansion, and/or investment in transportation projects with the Land Use Typology map.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

List of Related Initiatives

C-2

Require traffic impact analyses with all comprehensive plan amendments requests to change to a higher intensity LUTA.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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C-3

Require the construction of new streets, streetscapes, and street widening projects to implement the design components of the assigned street typologies established in this plan.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

C-4

Revise Subdivision Regulations and development standards to reflect the street typology standards.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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C-5

Establish a process for existing neighborhoods to request traffic calming, including how to evaluate the request, select the appropriate type of calming treatment, and fund recommendations.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-6

When approving projects that improve the level of service for vehicular traffic, ensure they do not negatively impact the walkability or bikeability of the area.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

List of Related Initiatives

C-7

Require sidewalks on both sides of all streets in urban LUTAs and in the Rural Residential LUTA for subdivisions with densities greater than 1 unit per acre.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-8

Maintain existing alleys or construct new alleys where feasible to provide trash collection service and parking behind primary buildings and minimize curb cuts along the primary street frontage.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

C-9

Maintain historical lot and block sizes where possible and appropriate.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

List of Related Initiatives

C-10

Maintain the traditional grid street pattern where it currently exists, reconnect it where possible, and keep alleys open and functioning. When improving older streets in neighborhoods, maintain original street widths and curb radii.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-11

Improve the functionality and efficiency of the street network by:

  • Providing direct connections from residential developments to nearby places and to each other.
  • Providing street and sidewalk stubs to adjacent vacant land in anticipation of future development.
  • Connecting new development to existing street and sidewalk stubs, and to existing trail, open space, and bicycle networks.
  • Reducing block sizes and use of dead-end streets.
  • Maintaining the existing street grid to preserve connectivity and mobility options.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

C-12

Revise subdivision regulations to include connectivity standards and guidelines that require greater street connectivity, and provide allowances for pedestrian and bicycle connections when street connectivity cannot be made.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

C-13

Prioritize opportunities to restore and reconnect the street grid.

Type:

Capital Improvement

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-9: Freight

    Oklahoma City’s freight facilities move consumer goods safely and efficiently through out the city and connect the local economy to the global marketplace.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

List of Related Initiatives

C-14

Establish regulations that require pedestrian connections between new commercial development and adjoining residential areas.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

C-15

Modify Subdivision Regulations to require new development adjacent to public trails to provide sufficient connections to the trails.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

List of Related Initiatives

C-16

Prioritize construction of pedestrian and bicycle facilities that improve connectivity and eliminate gaps in the transportation network.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

List of Related Initiatives

C-17

Update, implement, and maintain the currency of the 1997 Oklahoma City Trails Master Plan.

Type:

Capital Improvement

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
MAPS Office
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

List of Related Initiatives

C-18

Create a standards for trails based on industry standards, “Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design” principles, expected use, and surrounding land uses.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
MAPS Office
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-19

Create a standardized sign program for trails which unifies the trails and allows for each trail identity to be unique.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

List of Related Initiatives

C-20

Identify areas that could be used to establish a greenbelt network throughout the City that connect major employment centers, commercial sites, parks, and key locations within major residential neighborhoods. Use the greenbelt as the backbone for a bicycle trails network which all other bicycle trails feed into.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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C-21

Market the trails system as a transportation and recreation system to residents and visitors.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Information & Marketing

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

List of Related Initiatives

C-22

Set level of service goals and adopt standards to improve the performance of pedestrian, bicycle, and transit facilities. Emphasize pedestrian, bicycle and transit infrastructure in street widening designs.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

List of Related Initiatives

C-23

Increase the miles of bike lanes by:

  • Including bicycle lanes in future road widening, reconstruction, and resurfacing projects; and
  • Adding bicycle lanes to streets that have sufficient capacity.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

List of Related Initiatives

C-24

Create and implement a citywide bicycle and pedestrian master plan that addresses riders of all levels.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

C-25

Require the placement of secure, properly positioned bicycle parking within multi-family and commercial development, and in all public parking garages.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

C-26

Enhance the safety and walkability of the sidewalk network through:

  • Establishing a citywide bicycle and pedestrian master plan that includes an inventory of sidewalk locations and conditions, and priorities for enhancement.
  • Implementing sidewalk improvements through future bond issues, CIP projects or other sources of funding as prioritized in the citywide bicycle and pedestrian master plan.
  • Maintaining currency of the citywide bicycle and pedestrian master plan.
  • Explore the feasibility of the City assuming responsibility for sidewalk maintenance.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

C-27

Establish requirements for providing alternate pedestrian routes when construction activity prohibits use of existing facilities.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

C-28

Establish access management requirements that limit driveways on arterials and collectors and increase connections between uses to improve safety and traffic efficiency.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

C-29

Change subdivision regulations to determine the number of entries into a residential development based on number of lots in order to improve connectivity of the roadway network and emergency response.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Fire Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-30

Limit driveways on arterials and collectors and increase connections between uses to improve safety and traffic efficiency.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-31

Share parking among contiguous developments.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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C-32

Ensure proper access to and between subdivisions in order to offer a choice in routes for residents, multiple access points for emergency responders, and to reduce vehicle congestion at arterial intersections. Contiguous developments should share access whenever feasible.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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C-33

Revise development standards to require sidewalks and transit stops along existing and planned transit routes.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

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C-34

Develop design standards for bus stops and transit stations that consider location, make connections to sidewalks and bicycle routes/trails, and provide safe, comfortable, and attractive waiting areas for riders.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • CN-8: Airports

    People have multiple transportation options to get to and from Oklahoma City’s airports.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

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C-35

Support the creation of a regional transit authority and pursue the establishment of a dedicated funding source, such as sales tax or property tax to achieve long term transit service goals.

Type:

Policy Decision
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Public Transportation & Parking Department
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
City Manager's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

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C-36

Increase frequency and time of transit operations to ensure adequate, convenient and safe service for visitors, employees, and residents.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-8: Airports

    People have multiple transportation options to get to and from Oklahoma City’s airports.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

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C-37

Focus transit improvements in high density areas with high ridership potential and along express routes that move people to activity nodes and downtown.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-8: Airports

    People have multiple transportation options to get to and from Oklahoma City’s airports.

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C-38

Implement policies and strategies recommended in the 2013 COTPA Transit Service Analysis.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-8: Airports

    People have multiple transportation options to get to and from Oklahoma City’s airports.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

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C-39

Develop an urban rail and/or bus rapid transit system to connect downtown with strategic corridors and nodes.

Type:

Capital Improvement

Responsible Party:

Public Transportation & Parking Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-8: Airports

    People have multiple transportation options to get to and from Oklahoma City’s airports.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

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C-40

Identify and prioritize freight infrastructure projects that are needed to maintain mobility and enhance the city’s (and region’s) economic competitiveness.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
Public Works Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-9: Freight

    Oklahoma City’s freight facilities move consumer goods safely and efficiently through out the city and connect the local economy to the global marketplace.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

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C-41

Initiate a long-range planning process for the expansion of the BNSF freight corridor.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
Public Works Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-9: Freight

    Oklahoma City’s freight facilities move consumer goods safely and efficiently through out the city and connect the local economy to the global marketplace.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

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C-42

Work with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments to implement the Early Action Compact to mitigate air quality issues.

Type:

Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

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C-43

Undertake targeted parking studies to determine existing parking capacity and develop appropriate parking standards based on land use, location, and demand.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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greenOKC

G-1

Pursue grants, partnerships, and programs that accomplish the following:

  • Restore tree stands and wildlife habitats in environmentally sensitive areas.
  • Acquire land or establish conservation easements in environmentally sensitive areas to reserve as permanent open space and protect wildlife and habitat.
  • Establish a comprehensive habitat management program.
  • Provide education and resources for proper use of pesticides and fertilizers, with special focus on encouraging integrated pest management and organic practices.
  • Provide education about land management practices that address fire suppression, invasive species, use of herbicides/pesticides, and overgrazing.
  • Promote the economic and aesthetic value of preserving Oklahoma City’s natural resources such as riparian areas, Cross Timbers forest, grasslands/prairie, bottomland forests, and wetlands.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Fire Department
Local Land Trusts
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Public Information & Marketing
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

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G-2

Revise development regulations to require the following factors to be addressed in development and redevelopment proposals:

  • Preservation of existing natural resources, such as wooded areas, habitat areas, and floodplains.
  • Utilization of natural treatments and methods to stabilize or rehabilitate stream and river banks as a means to preserve downstream habitats.
  • Integration of a variety of native or compatible non-native, non-invasive plant species.
  • Mitigation of impacts of development on habitat, wildlife corridors, riparian and littoral areas, and water quality, through actions such as restoration or re-vegetation of disturbed natural areas and replacement of trees/habitat on-site or off-site.
  • Management of invasive plant and animal species.
  • Management and maintenance of natural areas, common areas and drainage areas.
  • Impact on surface and groundwater supply.
  • Impact on water quality caused by land uses and activities.
  • Impacts on floodplains, riparian and littoral areas and wetlands and areas with significant landforms.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-3

Modify development and subdivision regulations, and City policies to minimize alteration of natural landforms and native vegetation and maximize retention of distinctive natural features for public and private projects.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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G-4

Preserve overall landscape character and natural landforms (rolling hills, native vegetation, etc.) to the greatest extent possible.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-5

Protect and preserve natural resources, by:

  • Identifying and mapping valuable natural resources, such as, native prairies.
  • Maintaining a comprehensive inventory and assessment of natural resources and critical habitats.
  • Identifying opportunities to create an interconnected green infrastructure network throughout and beyond Oklahoma City’s municipal boundaries via existing trail and greenway projects, parks, stream corridors, and natural areas.
  • Seeking the voluntary sale of land or dedication of conservation easements on private land that is identified as critical habitat or is necessary to link wildlife corridors.
  • Pursuing protection of strategically identified natural areas by placing them in conservation easements or land banks, and reserving them for future use as open space and passive recreational areas.
  • Managing invasive plant and animal species.
  • Partnering with applicable State agencies and non-profit entities.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Area Colleges, Universities, & Trade Schools
Development Services Department
Local Land Trusts
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-6

Strive to preserve natural open spaces, including native prairies, and re-plant native vegetation to take advantage of their drought tolerance and deep root structures that slow and adsorb stormwater runoff and reduce erosion by anchoring the soil.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-7

Identify and protect critical habitats for state and federally listed threatened or endangered species.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-8

Identify migratory birds and their nesting sites prior to construction. Protect migratory birds and their nesting sites throughout the construction process and refrain from construction near nesting sites until migratory birds are no longer actively nesting and have moved on from the site. Verify compliance with Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-9

Establish strategies, procedures and policies that prevent degradation or loss of critical habitat and sensitive areas, such as Cross Timbers, upland forests, wetlands, wildlife corridors, groundwater recharge zones, and riparian areas. Protection methods should ensure that placement of lots, alignment of roads, and installation of structures and infrastructure minimize disturbance of the environmentally sensitive areas using tools such as:

  • Directing development to appropriate locations;
  • Greenbelt preservation;
  • Assurance of no development in protected open space;
  • Clustering / conservation subdivisions;
  • Pervious surface treatments;
  • Density transfers; and/or
  • Conservation easements.

Ensure that strategies, procedures, and policies incorporate principles of connectivity, minimal fragmentation, representativeness, and heterogeneity.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-10

Support and incentivize the adaptive use of existing buildings, infill development, and brownfield development.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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G-11

Avoid under-grounding streams to the greatest extent possible. Where feasible, encourage the re-surfacing of buried streams. Limit the use of culverts or other structures that alter natural streams, and require designs that minimize impacts to stream health and function.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Department of Airports
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-12

Using performance standards related to flow quantity, quality, and pattern, modify development regulations, codes, and policies to support the use of green infrastructure/low impact development techniques to mimic natural systems for developments within aquifer recharge zones with moderate or high vulnerability or in areas where streams and riparian areas have been channelized or developed (primarily in the Downtown, UH, and UM LUTAs). Low impact development techniques include but are not limited to:

  • Onsite treating or filtering of stormwater contaminants.
  • Discharging run-off as sheet-flow after passing through grassy or vegetated open space areas, rather than discharging run-off through concentrated outfalls.
  • Creating attractive open space amenities that double as stormwater detention, retention, and / or filtering systems.
  • Utilizing pervious pavement, pavers, or asphalt in appropriate locations (i.e. sidewalks, parking spaces, trails, patios, etc.).
  • Utilizing planters (at grade or raised), vegetated landscape strips adjacent to roads and parking areas, and alternative curbing designs (allowing stormwater to easily move from impervious areas to pervious areas), to encourage stormwater infiltration and temporary detention.
  • Rain Gardens
  • Bioswales
  • Green streets and alleys
  • Green roofs
  • Rooftop collection
  • Underground detention
  • Increased tree canopy preservation/tree planting
  • Land/open space conservation
  • Cluster development

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-13

Establish development regulations to help protect Oklahoma City’s water resources through standards that:

  • Require buffers, setbacks, and vegetation conservation requirements to protect riparian and littoral zones and filter waterborne pollutants from development activities and storm water runoff. Buffer widths should be based on water quality function and wildlife habitat needs.
  • Encourage natural drainage systems and methods for onsite infiltration and onsite sediment retention.
  • Require new developments to maintain or decrease the site’s pre-development runoff rate.
  • Allow low-impact development design features such as pervious pavement, rain gardens, landscaped parkways, and alternative curbing designs.
  • Reduce the amount of impervious surfaces allowed in buffer zones around Environmentally Sensitive Areas.
  • Restore watershed features such as forest, wetlands, and natural stream channels.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-14

Establish incentives such as a simplified permitting process, reduced application fees, and special recognition for projects that:

  • Utilize best management practices or other low-impact development methods for storm water management.
  • Bring buried streams to the surface and restore riparian habitat.
  • Install bridge systems instead of culverts for stream crossings to help maintain the natural ecosystem associated with the stream.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
City Manager's Office
Mayor & City Council
Office of Sustainability
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

G-15

Revise policies, codes and development regulations to reduce the risk of damage resulting from flooding and preserve water quality and stream related habitat by avoiding alterations to the 100-year floodplain (as depicted on the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map). Allow these areas to remain in their natural state to the greatest extent possible. Revised policies should allow positive alterations, such as restoration of natural riparian areas with appropriate vegetation.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

G-16

Preserve wetlands in their natural state to the greatest extent possible to increase water quality, minimize quantity of runoff, and increase groundwater recharge. Maintain wetland headwaters and avoid the alteration of surface or subsurface drainage patterns that would eliminate, reduce, or severely alter the frequency and volume of water entering wetland areas.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

G-17

Create a comprehensive wastewater program for areas not planned for service by the City’s sewer system. This includes:

  • Locating and mapping all existing decentralized sewage treatment systems.
  • Creating policies and regulations regarding septic system design, installation, maintenance, and testing.
  • Producing guidelines for alternative wastewater treatment, such as community wastewater systems.
  • Developing monitoring, testing, and inspection requirements and responsibilities.
  • Partnering with State agencies and other entities.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

G-18

Develop a comprehensive watershed management strategy that identifies programs, partnerships, actions, and incentives that the City and partners can take to protect the city’s water resources and aquatic areas. The strategy should address the following:

  • Creation of a Stormwater Master Plan.
  • Update to the City’s sediment control program and establishment of performance measures.
  • Coordinated watershed restoration projects.
  • Preparation and implementation of Small Watershed Action Plans (SWAPs) and participation in studies to identify needs and opportunities for stream restoration, wetland creation and restoration, and storm water management.
  • Identification of opportunities to create wetlands to offset construction and other land development impacts.
  • Identification and utilization of “receiving lands” that can absorb storm surge overflows.
  • Public education on how to conserve water and minimize chemicals, pathogens, sediment, and nutrients in urban and rural watersheds.
  • Acquisition and protection of greenways, river buffers and flood prone areas.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

G-19

Evaluate the City’s stormwater detention/retention requirements, including the current fee-in-lieu of program, and compare to current best management practices. Based on findings, modify codes, policies and development regulations to update stormwater detention/retention requirements. These requirements should focus on:

  • Reducing the risks of property damage due to flooding.
  • Managing runoff rates and minimizing stream bank erosion by ensuring that post-development runoff rates do not exceed pre-development rates, even in areas where risks of flooding have historically been low.
  • Maintaining surface water quality by managing the release of the first flush stormwater volume in order to encourage settling and filtering of particle and chemical pollutants before releasing water into adjacent water bodies.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-20

In areas where standard on-site wastewater systems are not feasible (such as in areas with shallow or poor soils), require very low-density development or development that utilizes conservation design and a centralized treatment facility or other environmentally sensitive systems for wastewater treatment.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

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G-21

Develop a manual of best management practices that can be integrated into City codes. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Tree care and management.
  • Tree planting.
  • Tree protection.
  • Street trees (location, conflicts, maintenance, etc. – in addition to general tree care guidelines).
  • Placement of utilities (e.g., under streets vs. under park strips)
  • Low impact development techniques.
  • Habitat protection and restoration.
  • Conservation easements and/or subdivisions.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

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G-22

Revise the landscape ordinance to include the following:

  • Define terms such as invasive species, exotic/non-native species, and native/indigenous species
  • Require removal of invasive species from existing sites, and prohibit such species from being planted or maintained in new development.
  • Provide a reference list of native plants and drought-tolerant plants.
  • Provide incentives for using native and drought-tolerant plants and disincentives for using high-water plants and turf grass.
  • Establish requirements for using design practices that minimize the need for supplemental irrigation.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-23

Preserve natural habitat, maintain wildlife food sources, and reduce the risk of propagating invasive plant species by utilizing vegetation native to Oklahoma, preferably central Oklahoma, for all mitigation and habitat restoration efforts associated with new development and redevelopment projects, public and private, to the greatest extent possible.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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G-24

Establish an Urban Forestry Program and City Urban Forester position to achieve the following:

  • Measure and monitor tree canopy coverage and habitat on a regular basis so that any policies, programs, and regulations may be adjusted accordingly as situations change. Establish a process to maintain current data.
  • Develop and maintain regulations, policies, processes, and programs that focus on protection and preservation of native trees.
  • Provide assistance with proper tree selection, location, and maintenance to prevent power outages, reduce property damage, and coordinate emergency response during natural disaster events (excessive snow and ice, tornadoes, etc.), address the urban heat island effect, and reduce energy costs, etc.
  • Establish programs such as tree give-aways, neighborhood planting programs, and education workshops.
  • Provide resources to the public about tree selection, management, and care.
  • Seek grant funding for community tree planting to improve City parks, publicly maintained rights-of-way and other areas of the city.
  • Inventory the City’s street trees and develop a tree replacement program.
  • Partner with volunteer and nonprofit organizations to recruit volunteers for tree planting and maintenance and to coordinate community-wide tree planting efforts.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-25

Develop and adopt a tree preservation ordinance that achieves the following:

  • Defines methods of preservation;
  • Defines situations where preservation of trees is mandatory versus optional;
  • Establishes incentives for tree preservation;
  • Establishes mitigation options if preservation cannot be accomplished; and
  • Establishes penalties for unauthorized tree removal.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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G-26

Preserve mature healthy trees and incorporate them into the design of new development or redevelopment projects to the greatest extent possible. Include provisions and best management practices to ensure proper tree protection throughout the construction process. Best management practices include but are not limited to:

  • The use of proper pruning techniques;
  • Appropriate watering;
  • Installation of protective fencing at the drip lines of trees or groups of trees;
  • Designated material storage areas; and
  • Approved equipment and vehicle parking and maintenance areas.

Type:

Development Review

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

G-27

Provide the public with resources, tools, and guidance to deal with environmental hazards, such as:

  • Information about safe disposal options for household contaminants such as motor oils, paints, computers, televisions, batteries, etc.
  • Information on environmental hazards, such as brownfield sites.
  • Information about funds available to assist with environmental cleanups.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Public Information & Marketing
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

G-28

Ensure clean-up and mitigation of contaminated sites is done prior to issuing new development permits.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-29

Pursue methods to reduce the impact of the urban heat island effect on Oklahoma City by:

  • Establishing a minimum canopy coverage requirement over paved surfaces such as parking lots.
  • Instating a “continuous canopy” requirement for new streets and street reconstruction projects.
  • Promoting the use of building and roofing materials that reduce heat island effects.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Office of Sustainability
Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

G-30

Establish development regulations that help improve air quality, including:

  • Specifying construction controls that reduce airborne dust;
  • Increasing landscaping and tree planting to absorb carbon dioxide and air pollutants; and
  • Encouraging development patterns and densities that support alternative modes of transportation in the urban LUTAs.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

G-31

Coordinate with local, regional, and State agencies to pursue initiatives and regulations that help reduce automobile emissions, such as:

  • Transitioning commercial and City fleets to alternative-fueled and hybrid vehicles;
  • Determining the feasibility of an idling restriction ordinance for all vehicles.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
General Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

G-32

Promote improved air quality and reduced ground-level ozone levels by developing a public education program that will inform residents about the air quality benefits of:

  • Proper automobile maintenance
  • Proper maintenance and use of gas-powered lawn and garden equipment
  • Limiting car idling times
  • Alternative fuels
  • Alternative / active transportation modes (public transit, walking, biking, car-sharing, etc.)
  • Reducing vehicle-miles traveled (VMT)
  • Employer sponsored emission reduction programs (carpooling, work from home, telecommuting, etc.)
  • Native landscaping (requiring less maintenance)
  • Energy efficient housing / buildings

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
Planning Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-33

Study of the public health and environmental impacts of degraded air quality on sensitive populations living near highways.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

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G-34

Establish strategies, procedures and policies for City construction projects to achieve higher energy efficiency, including:

  • Implementing an energy management plan for City facilities.
  • Monitoring energy consumption of City facilities, tracking conservation progress, and communicating results to City administrators, employees, elected officials and the public.
  • Assessing water use in City facilities to identify opportunities for conservation and implement appropriate measures.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Office of Sustainability

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-35

Develop an enforcement mechanism for the City’s Building Energy Code. Develop a healthy building code to support construction of durable, health-promoting and energy efficient buildings that incorporate proven green development practices, locally-sourced and environmentally responsible materials, water conservation fixtures, innovative design and construction techniques, and low waste construction practices. Incentivize their use with shorter approval procedures, priority permits and inspections, and reduced fees.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Office of Sustainability
Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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G-36

Partner with agencies, non-profits, and private entities to:

  • Implement a sustainable development online forum – an educational and networking resource that will inform the public about local opportunities and the benefits of sustainable development while increasing builder and developer participation.
  • Educate citizens on energy and water conservation opportunities both at work and at home.
  • Encourage appropriate re-use and reclamation of water in new development and redevelopment to reduce the reliance on potable water use.
  • Provide detailed cost-benefit information about green building practices to encourage increased use of such practices in Oklahoma City.
  • Reduce reliance on electricity produced by fossil fuel by encouraging the use of renewable energy sources in new development and redevelopment.
  • Explore mechanisms (incentives, regulations, programs) to divert demolition debris from landfills and redirect to facilities that can reuse these materials.
  • Establish a promotion/award program to showcase innovative development that utilizes low-impact development practices and energy-efficient building techniques / equipment, conserves riparian buffers, and extends greenway networks with hiking/biking trails.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Office of Sustainability
City Manager's Office
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Public Information & Marketing
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-6: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City’s built environment is designed to minimize the effects of urban heat islands.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-37

Raise the level of public awareness of agriculture’s value to ecology, economy, open space, culture, and local food security by the following actions:

  • Organize training activities in a variety of settings (schools, colleges, health care facilities, continuing education programs) that demonstrate the history, importance and value of agricultural operations.
  • Improve the knowledge of current growers and motivate potential new growers.
  • Promote incentives offered by governments, banks, land-grant universities, and private businesses such as start-up capital, credit, crop insurance, horticultural and financial advice, soil testing, markets, subsidies, tools, and inputs such as seeds and soil alterations.
  • Promote farms as a destination stop for tourists and visitors.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture
OSU - OKC

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-38

Revise city codes and ordinances to allow urban agricultural operations and sales, including the following provisions:

  • Define types of urban agriculture.
  • Allow urban agriculture types in appropriate zoning districts.
  • Establish standards for operations within different zoning districts.
  • Allow a variety of retail options for locally grown produce.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

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G-39

Protect the ability of agricultural operations to exist and thrive at different scales, from large farms to small urban gardens through the following actions:

  • Protect land suitable for agriculture by maintaining parcels large enough to sustain agricultural production, and discourage conversion of existing agricultural lands to non-agricultural uses.
  • Encourage dwellings and other non-agricultural development to be ancillary to and compatible with agricultural uses. Such uses should be limited in size and grouped together to minimize disturbance to agricultural production.
  • Create incentives to protect soils designated as Prime Farmland by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
  • Facilitate the use of vacant and under-used urban lands for raising food.
  • Identify public lands in urban parks, and around municipal buildings, schools, public housing, hospitals, and other civic spaces, that may be used for food production with plantings of fruit trees, edible landscaping, and vegetable gardens.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

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G-40

Promote local and urban agricultural operations by establishing programs and partnerships to:

  • Lease publicly-owned land to farmers for sustainable urban agricultural use.
  • Encourage land tenure methods such as land trusts, leases, and policy initiatives to secure long-term commitment for community gardens, entrepreneurial farms, and other urban agriculture ventures.
  • Develop community-based farming infrastructure such as tool banks with equipment and supplies, community kitchens and other shared processing facilities, farmers’ markets, community supported agriculture projects, funding opportunities, and technical service providers.
  • Construct and operate a demonstration urban farm for education, outreach, and local food production.
  • Encourage the local agricultural economy and improve access to local foods by allowing city property (parks, city facilities, etc.) to be used for farmers markets and other public markets.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
OSU - OKC
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-41

Strengthen the local food system and increase access to healthy food options using strategies such as:

  • Increasing the effectiveness of community gardens, especially in underserved areas.
  • Reducing access to low nutrition food (e.g. junk food, fast food).
  • Preserving agricultural lands for purposes of producing food, fiber, and fuel.
  • Participating in a local or regional food policy council.
  • Develop an incentive program that will assist convenience stores with providing fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy food items.
  • Develop a land bank to convert tax-reverted, vacant, and abandoned properties into community gardens or “satellite farms.”
  • Prioritize underserved areas when locating new grocery stores, farmer’s markets, and mobile grocers. Use financial incentives, technical assistance, and other services to improve the quality and selection of healthy foods available to underserved areas.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-42

Create a Healthy Food Awareness campaign that includes:

  • Strategies for selection and preparation of healthy food that is cost- and time- competitive with manufactured food.
  • A uniform curriculum associated with selecting and preparing nutritious food for use in schools, recreation centers, senior centers, technical/trade schools, farmers markets, and anywhere people might go to learn.
  • Strategies to link training for unemployed people and welfare-to-work work programs with opportunities for living wage jobs in urban food-related businesses.
  • “Edible Schoolyards”, a school-based program which integrates nutrition and gardening to raise awareness about the connection between healthy food choices and locally grown fresh produce.
  • Expansion of farm-to-school programs.
  • Farm-to-institution programs that offer healthy food choices to hospitals, universities, prisons, and businesses.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

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G-43

Increase the amount of biodiversity-rich green space in urban and suburban areas by:

  • Integrating vegetation to support biodiversity in parks, gardens, trails, and green roofs. Native vegetation that provides food and habitat for native wildlife such as “micro prairies” and urban forests will have the greatest effect.
  • Encouraging optimal mowing practices on large lots that are adjacent to natural features.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture
OSU - OKC
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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G-44

Enrich natural biodiversity in agricultural areas by promoting practices that provide food, water, and habitat for wildlife and minimize negative impacts. Strategies to achieve the goal include:

  • Working with farmers, rancher, conservationists, sustainable agricultural organizations, and other stakeholders to develop a plan to conserve nature in farming and ranching landscapes.
  • Implementing optimal mowing strategies, which include harvesting grasses at a growing height of 10 plus inches; creating early successional habitat with burning, disking, and haying every 3-5 years; mowing from the center of a field outward to allow wildlife to escape the surrounding areas; adding flushing bars to mowing equipment to minimize bird injuries and death; leaving 4-6 inches of stubble after harvest to capture snow and water; harvesting or mowing after first frost to avoid disturbing bird nests and improve grass quality; and leaving portions of fields as standing crops.
  • Increasing nesting habitat.
  • Adopting best practices for fertilizer and pesticide applications.
  • Developing landscape conservation cooperatives.
  • Encouraging grassland ranching as an ecologically beneficial alternative to cultivation, particularly practices such as “mob grazing” that mimic natural grazing patterns.
  • Promoting ranching of bison, which benefit conservation efforts by dispersing seeds, increasing plant biodiversity, and enhancing groundwater recharge.
  • Restoring grassland on previously cultivated landscapes, particularly in buffer zones near natural features.
  • Encouraging and supporting agricultural parks that combine recreation and food production and foster appreciation for agricultural heritage.
  • Promoting sustainable intensification, which increases production and profitability while providing rich sources of habitat for biodiversity.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture
OSU - OKC
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

liveOKC

L-1

Enhance effective policing by:

  • Developing and/or enhancing community policing programs, which involve residents and businesses in crime prevention strategies.
  • Increasing business presence and participation in community policing.
  • Improving public outreach.
  • Increasing opportunities for the Oklahoma City Police Department community relations officers to interact with community organizations, neighborhoods groups, schools, recreational and/or athletic programs. This interaction should include increasing resources to allow real-time communication of safety concerns with these organizations.

Type:


Responsible Party:

Police Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-2

Seek funding, sponsors, and partnerships to enhance and expand the following crime prevention strategies:

  • Education and job training for at-risk youth.
  • Community involvement programs such as Light Up The Night, Neighbors Night Out, and other similar activities and programs designed to strengthen neighborhoods.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Police Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-3

Target specific areas of the city for enhanced safety and proactive enforcement. Selection of target areas will be informed by the Intelligence Led Policing program, with coordinated involvement from Police, Code Enforcement, Public Works Department, Planning, and community-based organizations.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Police Department
Development Services Department
Local Chambers of Commerce
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-4

Create partnerships and programs involving civic groups, business organizations, governmental entities, coalitions, and non-profits to develop or enhance the following:

  • School reading programs;
  • Elementary school intramural sports leagues;
  • Rehabilitation of school infrastructure and replacement of school equipment (athletic facilities, media center materials, computers, etc.);
  • After-school programs that focus on mentoring or conflict resolution;
  • Rehabilitation of City parks;
  • Community involvement opportunities associated with public schools; and,
  • Other projects or programs that improve neighborhood safety by working with children.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Fire Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
School Districts

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-5

Quickly repair damage caused by vandalism, including graffiti, to minimize negative impacts on neighborhoods. Coordinate the efforts of existing programs, such as the Police Department’s Removal Unit, the Public Works Department’s Removal Unit, and Oklahoma County’s “SHINE” program to increase responses in targeted areas and expand the area which can be covered. Increase participation by the business community, such as donations of paint and time.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Police Department
Development Services Department
Oklahoma, Cleveland, & Canadian Counties
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-6

Establish a Crime-Free Multifamily Housing Program designed to keep multifamily housing developments safe from crime and perceptions of crime by:

  • Supporting partnerships between the police, property managers, property owners, and tenants.
  • Providing training to managers and owners about screening applicants, fire safety, fair housing, and other components of ‘active property management’.
  • Providing a security assessment based on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles.
  • Conducting safety meetings with residents/tenants.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
Neighborhood Alliance
Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-7

Ensure that safety is factored into the design of neighborhoods through the following policies:

  • Incorporate development standards and guidelines into the Subdivision Regulations that integrate the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and increase safety and social interaction.
  • Create a pre-development checklist with criteria to evaluate how safety is designed into a project.
  • Establish a pre-development process wherein safety is considered in the design of projects.
  • Involve the Fire and Police Departments in reviewing proposed development and redevelopment to provide input on any safety-related design concerns.

Type:

Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Fire Department
Police Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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L-8

Evaluate public facilities and public property for unsafe conditions such as poor lighting (quality and quantity); blind spots; poor maintenance conditions; and other unsafe conditions. Prioritize improvements to these facilities and properties based on the following criteria: a) Proximity and condition of nearby neighborhoods; and b) Cost/benefit associated with mitigating the unsafe condition and maintaining the improvement.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

General Services Department
City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Fire Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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L-9

Establish a working partnership between the City, Oklahoma City Public Schools, Putnam City Schools, Western Heights Schools, and other metro area school districts and educational entities to help school districts complete a variety of non-educational (or indirectly educational) functions such as planning for and siting new schools, working on shared use issues, and redeveloping closed schools. The partnership should coordinate efforts to seek funding and appropriate resources to accomplish the following:

  • Establish multiuse recreational and exercise facilities in schoolyards to increase opportunities for physical activity and strengthen the relationship between schools and neighborhoods.
  • Establish a program to increase the number of community members and schools that make effective use of Senate Bill 1882 (effective 11/1/2012) allowing shared use of school facilities for recreational purposes.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
School Districts
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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L-10

Seek opportunities to co-locate new public projects, such as libraries, fire stations, parks, and recreation centers near compatible civic uses such as schools and campuses to create nodes of activity and services.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Area Colleges, Universities, & Trade Schools
Area Library Systems & Oklahoma Department of Libraries
Development Services Department
Finance Department
Fire Department
Oklahoma Office of Management and Enterprise Service - Division of Capital Assets Management
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
School Districts

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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L-11

Collaborate with local development and real estate professionals to prepare a city-wide Housing Demand Market Study every 5 years which includes analyses and recommendations related to:

  • Projected demand and trends in supply;
  • Special needs housing;
  • Housing conditions;
  • Work force housing and its associated program; and,
  • Overall health of the housing market, including owner-occupied and renter-occupied.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association
City Manager's Office
Commercial Real Estate Council
Finance Department
Neighborhood Alliance
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-12

Modify codes and/or regulations to create opportunities for more income diversity and mixed-income neighborhoods by allowing a variety of housing ownership and leasing arrangements, diverse housing sizes and types – including accessory dwelling units, carriage homes, lofts, live-work spaces, cottages, and manufactured/modular housing. Modifications should allow an increase the variety of ownership opportunities to include condominiums, ownership cooperatives (such as mutual housing associations, limited equity cooperatives, etc.) by identifying and removing regulatory barriers. Recommend improvements to protections for owners, developers, and lenders.
Priority should be given to projects that achieve efficiencies described elsewhere in planokc, such as dwelling units that are located to have easy access to each other and to other daily needs including jobs, recreation, and schools.

Type:

Legislative Initiative
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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L-13

Develop a workforce housing program, particularly for projects in the UM, UH, and DT LUTAs, based on the following basic considerations:

  • Partnerships with large employers;
  • Density bonuses;
  • Height bonuses; and,
  • Transfer of development rights.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association
Development Services Department
Local Chambers of Commerce

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

L-14

Maximize the use of all appropriate state, federal, local, and private funding for the development, preservation, and rehabilitation of housing affordable to a variety of income groups, including those that integrate low-income housing units in otherwise market-rate housing developments and support the creation and/or expansion of mixed-income communities.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Finance Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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L-15

Ensure that new publicly financed developments – those which directly use or receive public dollars – with more than 100 units or with densities greater than 10 units/acre are located where they have easy access to frequent transit service.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Non-Profit Housing Entities
Public Transportation & Parking Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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L-16

Establish a program or series of programs that significantly improve the quality, appearance, and perception of rental housing throughout the city. Program components should include: 1) owner, manager, and tenant education; 2) code enforcement and inspections; 3) design standards/considerations that promote safety; 4) high attention to property maintenance; and 5) other relevant best practices.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-17

Increase the supply of housing for residents with enhanced needs, (including but not limited to the elderly and persons with disabilities or behavioral health concerns), in locations convenient to transit, community facilities, daily needs, and appropriate supportive services.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

List of Related Initiatives

L-18

Increase housing opportunities for the homeless or displaced, ranging from emergency shelter to transitional housing to permanent housing.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Finance Department
Homeless Alliance

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

List of Related Initiatives

L-19

Prevent homelessness by early identification of homelessness risk factors such as recent unemployment of low-income householder, mental health challenges, or others and employ appropriate interventions such as rent or mortgage assistance, housing counseling, medical or health counseling, and budget counseling.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Homeless Alliance
Mental Health Association of Oklahoma

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

List of Related Initiatives

L-20

Develop design standards that incorporate ‘universal design’ principles or other design considerations that make a space easy to use for people with mobility restrictions.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

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L-21

Prioritize neighborhoods for revitalization and re-investment in order to reverse the decline associated with poor maintenance of public infrastructure and other property by using the following objective criteria:

  • Low economic opportunity;
  • Low educational attainment;
  • Poor health outcomes;
  • Poor housing environments;
  • Low neighborhood quality; and,
  • Existing capacity to support the revitalization efforts; and other important indicators.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Fire Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Police Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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L-22

Provide tools and incentives for targeted housing and neighborhood revitalization through programs such as a housing trust fund, land bank, abatement of permit and connection fees, employer assisted housing, inclusionary housing development, tax abatements, credits or deductions, abatement of permit and connection fees, and an expedited review and approval processes.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Local Chambers of Commerce
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-23

Increase the City’s capacity to participate in targeted programs that strengthen neighborhood infrastructure and other assets.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Finance Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-24

Increase and/or re-assign City staff to support targeted neighborhoods and coalitions.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Finance Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department
Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-25

Integrate housing rehabilitation programs with neighborhood revitalization programs. These programs should include assistance to property owners to renovate the existing housing stock with improvements that reduce utility and maintenance costs for owners and occupants, conserve energy, conserve water, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Office of Sustainability
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-26

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate challenges associated with neighborhoods where housing values are rising quickly in response to public investment.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Metro Fair Housing Council of Oklahoma

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-27

Establish new or expand existing financing methods and/or mechanisms available to new and redevelopment mixed-income projects in urban areas. These could include: direct investment of public housing funds, tax-increment financing, bonds, revolving loans, housing program funds and/or other proven public-private partnership models.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Finance Department
City Manager's Office
Planning Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-28

Create and/or enhance Community Development Corporations (CDCs) and Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) to increase their capacity to provide mixed-income housing, especially in targeted infill areas.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
CHDOs
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-29

Reuse brownfield, greyfield, and other vacant building sites to provide new opportunities for mixed-used and mixed-income housing.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-30

Catalyze the rehabilitation of abandoned structures by amending codes to facilitate the adaptive reuse of existing buildings for residential use.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Oklahoma Association of Realtors

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

L-31

Develop a City program to rehabilitate or redevelop dilapidated properties, including a land bank to receive donated properties from property owners who can no longer maintain their properties.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Finance Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

L-32

Prevent concentration of low-income populations by providing housing opportunities for all income groups in targeted redevelopment areas of the city with a particular focus on mixed-income projects, especially on those projects that have a public funding component.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Non-Profit Housing Entities
Oklahoma City Housing Authority
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-33

Create regulations/standards/guidelines that focus on design and/or compatibility principles which are sensitive to the surrounding urban form, especially in areas that are stable or improving and whose character is well-established. These provisions should also help ensure compatibility between lower- and higher- intensity land uses.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

L-34

In conjunction with City regulatory changes, such as significant modifications to zoning ordinances, building codes, or subdivision regulations, assess the effects of the proposed modifications on housing development costs and overall housing affordability, considering the balance between housing affordability and other objectives such as environmental quality, urban design quality, maintenance of neighborhood character and protection of public health, safety and welfare. This assessment should be integrated into the code amendment process, identify barriers to housing affordability, and include recommended mitigation.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-35

Create places and opportunities for neighborhood events that allow neighbors to interact.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Neighborhood Alliance

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

L-36

Add legislative priorities for state laws to:

  • Strengthen the City’s ability to obtain specific performance of property owners cited for code violations.
  • Speed up the demolition process for long-time boarded properties that cannot be rehabilitated.
  • Strengthen the City’s ability to require property owners to rehabilitate or sell neglected, boarded-up properties.
  • Expedite the clearing of properties involved in probate.

Type:

Legislative Initiative

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Finance Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-37

Improve parking provisions in neighborhoods that are near vibrant commercial corridors/areas by improving parking and corridor design, non-vehicular networks, transit, and signage.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

List of Related Initiatives

L-38

Strengthen existing businesses and business districts within and adjacent to established residential areas. Promote the development of new businesses to provide additional jobs and higher income opportunities for nearby residents.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Local Chambers of Commerce

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

L-39

Strategically use subsidized housing programs along with other City services and programs to revitalize targeted areas of the city.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Oklahoma City Housing Authority
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

L-40

Use established mechanisms/tools to allow property owners to provide for the perpetual maintenance, repair and reconstruction of private roads, sidewalks, trails, utilities, and parks in new housing developments by requiring funding mechanisms such as:

  • Maintenance bonds/escrows
  • Special assessment districts, such as Business Improvement District or Special Improvement District
  • Covenants requiring compulsory membership in an incorporated Property Owners Association whose members will be financially liable for any such maintenance, repair, or reconstruction costs.

Incorporate these financing options into the platting process (or zoning process in the case of PUDs).
Construct all private roads and utilities to comply with minimum design and paving standards as outlined in the City of Oklahoma City Subdivision Regulations, including those related to the appropriate Street Typology.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Finance Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-9: Freight

    Oklahoma City’s freight facilities move consumer goods safely and efficiently through out the city and connect the local economy to the global marketplace.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

L-41

Modify codes to allow residential clustering in rural land use typology areas, provided water supply and sewage disposal requirements are met, and permanently preserve nearby open space through means such as conservation easements.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Local Land Trusts
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

List of Related Initiatives

L-42

Incorporate preventive health care and wellness education into public schools, recreation centers, senior centers, and technical/trade schools.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Area Colleges, Universities, & Trade Schools
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
Planning Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-7: Agriculture and Food

    Oklahoma City protects and supports the ability of residents and businesses to produce, process, distribute, and sell food products.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

enrichOKC

E-1

Develop and adopt a city-wide Historic Preservation Plan to comprehensively address the identification, retention, preservation, and revitalization of the City’s historic, cultural, archeological, and architectural resources. The plan could be used to accomplish the following:

  • Consolidate existing documentation on the City’s historic resources, including historic surveys, reports and studies, and existing local, state, and national designations in order to identify areas of recognized significance and areas that are under-/undocumented. Use this information to set priorities for additional research.
  • Evaluate the impact of current development patterns, existing policies, and regulations on City-wide historic resources, and adopt new policies, guidelines, or ordinance amendments as necessary to address weaknesses, inconsistencies, and regulatory or financial disincentives for preservation.
  • Identify buildings, sites, or districts for potential new Historic Preservation and Historic Landmark zoning, Legacy Resource designation, or for eligibility to take advantage of other tools including National Register nomination and related tax credits, preservation easements, and others.
  • Develop policies, regulations, and guidelines for a City-wide review of all work impacting historic resources including, but not limited to, treatment of dilapidated or vacant and abandoned buildings, review of demolitions proposed outside of HP/HL designated areas, and review of the impact that new development has on historic resources located outside the City core.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

List of Related Initiatives

E-2

Establish new incentives and raise awareness of existing incentives that stimulate the preservation and rehabilitation of historic resources. Incentives could include:

  • Preservation easements, low-interest or forgivable rehabilitation loans, and Tax Increment Financing Districts for historic buildings, sites, and districts.
  • Tools and practices for public/private partnerships to ensure the preservation and retention of top-priority historic resources whose deterioration or demolition would present an irreparable and highly significant loss to the City and beyond.
  • Existing city, state, and federal tools and incentives for rehabilitation, including state and federal tax credits for certified rehabilitation.
  • Expedited review process for projects involving infill sites.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Finance Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

E-3

Revise ordinances for design districts and design review procedures to ensure consistency in the treatment of historic properties, including the assessment of demolition proposals, the identification of historic or significant properties, and the consideration of the impact that the alteration or demolition of individual properties has on the context and continuity of the surrounding environment.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

E-4

Coordinate with civic and professional organizations and relevant advocacy groups to:

  • Develop improved programming and content that educates the public, key professionals, and city leaders about the economic and environmental benefits of historic preservation and adaptive reuse, including facts about retrofitting historic buildings to meet modern living and energy needs, costs of rehabilitation, and ways for older buildings to comply with accessibility and other code requirements.
  • Develop resources for owners of historic properties, including hands-on training clinics or demonstration projects, a guidebook providing before-and-after examples of reused buildings in Oklahoma City, outreach and free assistance with the design review process, and a clearinghouse of information and design, labor, and materials resources for preservation, restoration, and revitalization.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Neighborhood Alliance

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

List of Related Initiatives

E-5

Establish policy or adopt ordinance language to ensure that City-owned or controlled historic buildings are appropriately recognized, maintained and repaired, or rehabilitated. Potential methods to be considered could include:

  • Attach a preservation restriction or easement to historic properties that are surplused by the City.
  • Assess the historic status of City-owned or controlled properties in order to follow through with formal HP/HL zoning, National Register listing, or other historic designation as appropriate.
  • Incorporate early and substantive review of city improvement projects to assess potential impacts on historic buildings, and adopt alternatives that minimize or eliminate the impacts when necessary.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

E-6

Improve landscape design, installation, and landscape maintenance compliance through the following actions:

  • Produce informational materials and work with local media to publicize the benefits of limiting turf areas (e.g. reduced water use, less mowing) and highlight the positive effects on property values and aesthetics that result from proper installation and maintenance of landscaping.
  • Develop a program, including informational outreach, to inform property owners of their responsibilities to maintain right-of-way areas, the procedures for enforcement, and the applicable fines.
  • Identify specific corridors with the worst landscape maintenance conditions and initiate coordinated clean-up programs in those locations.
  • Install demonstration gardens/landscapes in select civic/public locations to provide practical examples of how to integrate drought tolerant and low maintenance plants in commercial and residential installations.
  • Improve efficiency and effectiveness of the process for reporting, citing, and proactive enforcement violations for maintenance and compliance with landscape requirements.
  • Explore the establishment of landscape improvement/maintenance districts where property owners are assessed a pro-rata share of the costs to properly and uniformly maintain landscaping within the district boundaries.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Public Information & Marketing
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-7

Develop a Master Streetscape Program to improve the appearance along major arterial streets. The program should outline methods for establishing a uniform streetscape appearance (with distinctive designs for individual streets or classifications of streets) through appropriate tree placement, species, and spacing, and coordinating the location of street trees in proximity to utilities, sidewalks, street lights and structures, and appropriate sidewalk designs. Differentiation in streetscape designs could be designated by street typology, designated areas, or other factors.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-8

Develop and adopt a Cultural Heritage Plan with the objective of reviving, explaining, commemorating, and integrating the City’s cultural history through its cultural districts, landmarks, and facilities. The plan could be used to accomplish the following:

  • Develop a cultural map of the City identifying the location of all cultural resources, landmarks, and cultural districts. Convert this information into maps and guides for residents and visitors so they may visit Oklahoma City’s cultural and historic sites using their preferred transportation method (walking tours, bike tours, river tours, transit routes, driving routes, etc.).
  • Develop an effective and attractive cultural signage program, including kiosk type directories in pedestrian areas, coordinated and designed to direct residents and visitors to major art and cultural sites or districts in the City. The program may also include such items as markers and temporary seasonal or event-based banners.
  • Examine opportunities to maintain and expand existing art and cultural facilities and to attract new ones. Coordinate a cultural needs assessment to determine future space needs, cultural variety potential, and potential sites to accommodate improvements.
  • Protect and facilitate the enhancement of existing and emerging arts and cultural districts throughout the City to preserve the unique character of these diverse neighborhoods.
  • Assess the accessibility of the City’s art and cultural facilities and resources to determine if improvements are necessary. Recommend ways to enhance access and linkages to art and cultural facilities and resources via new sidewalks, trails, and pedestrian amenities and/or expanded transit service.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Oklahoma Heritage Association

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-9

Establish development standards and design guidelines for new cultural, civic, and sporting facilities that address site design, architecture, compatibility, pedestrian-orientation and access, landscaping, and the inclusion of public art.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-10

Routinely assess the City’s development standards, design guidelines, and development review procedures to ensure that they reflect current trends in best-practice and allow for innovative design techniques and evolving methods in low-impact development.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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E-11

Enhance existing development standards and establish design guidelines for areas outside of the City’s existing Design Review Overlay Districts. Development standards and design guidelines could include the following provisions:

  • Minimize views and prominence of parking lots in relation to structures on a site.
  • Sense of proportion (street width to building height, human scale)
  • Pedestrian orientation of structures and architectural detailing/fenestration
  • Terminated vistas
  • Reduce the predominance of residential garages in the design of the front facades of single-family residences.
  • Inclusion of front porches into the design of residential structures.
  • Internal orientation of parking facilities and garages in multi-family developments.
  • Improved pedestrian safety and enhanced pedestrian access through parking lots.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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E-12

Establish a list of preferred and discouraged building materials for all zoning districts.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-13

Develop distinctive standards for different types and categories of walls and fences, emphasizing durability, aesthetics, and visual continuity in materials and design with particular consideration of zoning classification.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-14

Initiate new efforts to reduce sign clutter and improve the aesthetics of signs, while allowing for adequate and visible business identification by the following potential measures:

  • Restrict new billboards and eliminate or reduce the number of existing billboards.
  • Require non-conforming signs to be removed or be brought into compliance with existing regulations within a specific timeframe.
  • Consider new standards in the Sign Ordinance to improve limits on the size, height, and number of signs.
  • Improve proactive enforcement of the City’s sign regulations to curtail the placement of illegal signs and ensure adequate maintenance of signs.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-15

Ensure that public art is integrated into the planning and implementation for key initiatives such as Core to Shore, Project 180, MAPS 3 and other City projects as well as downtown, neighborhoods, cultural districts, and commercial districts.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

MAPS Office
City Manager's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-16

Make it easier for arts and cultural projects to navigate the City’s design review, zoning, licensing, and permit processes.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-17

Reverse the detrimental impact of vacant and abandoned buildings through the following efforts:

  • Develop an Abandoned Buildings program geared toward a significant reduction in vacancies by creating incentives and/or penalties that discourage prolonged building abandonment and help the City to recoup the costs associated with vacated buildings. Use fees generated by this program to help fund redevelopment of abandoned buildings.
  • Assess the feasibility of potential reuse options for dilapidated or abandoned buildings. Define and establish criteria to help identify buildings that are too far gone and/or too costly to feasibly rehabilitate, and consider a coordinated demolition program for those buildings.
  • Seek changes in state legislation to enhance the City’s ability to maintain and improve its neighborhoods including:
    • Laws which would speed up the demolition process for long-term dilapidated or abandoned properties that cannot be rehabilitated, and
    • Laws which would strengthen the City’s ability to require property owners to rehabilitate or sell neglected, boarded-up properties.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Legislative Initiative
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Municipal Counselor's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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E-18

Initiate efforts to educate the public regarding programs that provide assistance for neighborhood clean-up efforts. Such efforts could include the following:

  • Provide assistance to residents to make housing and neighborhood improvements and provide training in property maintenance skills.
  • Develop and organize volunteer programs (such as adopt-a-street, adopt-a-park, and neighborhood clean-up days) and/or coordinate efforts to obtain grant funding to establish community clean-up programs in neighborhoods where inadequate property maintenance is prevalent.
  • Publicize Bulk Waste Days and/or explore the possibility of adding more days/increased frequency.
  • Develop a list of outside funding sources that could be used for property maintenance and make this information available to all citizens, especially those in targeted low-income areas.
  • Establish public educational programs and advertising campaigns to discourage littering. Education should begin at the elementary level and continue through the adult level.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Public Information & Marketing
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Oklahoma City Beautiful
Planning Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-19

Intensify code enforcement in areas where specific and/or chronic violations have detrimental impacts on community appearance. Such efforts could include:

  • Implement stricter enforcement of property maintenance regulations and consider more significant penalties for violations.
  • Increase emphasis on the enforcement of littering laws. Impose fines against littering in a uniform and consistent manner to reinforce a public perception that littering does carry a definite risk.
  • Immediately report and ensure expedient removal of graffiti that is visible from interstate highways and other important/designated viewshed corridors.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Police Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-20

Provide a centralized area(s) for artists to live and work (e.g. Paseo, Film Row) by targeting districts within the city that have become centers for all types (performing, visual, literary, etc.) of art.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-21

Develop and implement a Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan to:

  • Establish goals and a framework for the rational development of a public art program for Oklahoma City
  • Integrate public art into each of the City’s key development initiatives and community sectors with a plan for both permanent and temporary placement processes that facilitate new public art coordination and investment.
  • Create an administrative and financial structure (with roles and responsibilities) to efficiently and effectively facilitate multi-departmental and multi-agency public art partnerships.
  • Evaluate the current development/design/art review processes and make recommendations for improved and streamlined public art policies and procedures for both permanent and temporary public art (including murals).
  • Involve the community in the process of public art selection to build consensus for the program.
  • Include an educational component to reinforce the value of public art in the public realm for all ages and cultures.
  • Provide a plan for maintaining the value and physical integrity of the City’s public art collection.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-22

Coordinate efforts to educate the public regarding the location of all public art installations and potential locations for future installations. Such efforts could include:

  • Producing educational materials for each newly commissioned work in the City’s Public Art collection and making these available to the publiC.
  • Providing educational materials detailing the locations of public art installations, such as walking tour guides, podcasts, physical markers, or web-based maps.
  • Developing and adopting a Physical Master Plan to promote public art “districts” for key areas, including the Riverfront, downtown, the airport.
  • Establishing a collection management system for public art to catalogue artist, location, condition, value and other details of public interest.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Public Information & Marketing
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-23

Coordinate with art organizations, museums, and galleries to develop and offer an art outreach program to expose students to the various art disciplines.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

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E-24

Facilitate communication among the 23 school districts in order to develop more arts education opportunities for the children in our community.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Planning Department
School Districts

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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E-25

Identify the economic value of cultural resources in attracting tourism and reinvest a share of tourism revenue to sustain and expand these resources.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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E-26

Showcase local talent by incorporating the work of artists into City activities such as wall displays, public information efforts, and special events.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Public Information & Marketing

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-27

Explore the implementation of the following efforts to increase the economic impact of cultural activities and arts programs:

  • Efforts organized by Oklahoma City Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs:
    • Formalize neighborhood-based cultural economic development plans
    • Work with groups interested in establishing a vacant storefronts program with artists
    • Establish a public art program to include local artists
    • Coordinate a master list of artist opportunities
    • Convene organizers of events and festivals to share knowledge and resources
    • Coordinate use of publicly-owned space for use by artists.
  • Efforts coordinated by Cultural Development Corporation of Central OK (CDCOK):
    • Clarify roles among arts service entities
    • Expand business skills training for artists
    • Build capacity among nonprofits for fiscal/project sponsorship
    • Strengthen partnerships and engagement with higher education resources
    • Provide artist fellowships in partnership with philanthropies
    • Evolve CDCOK into an economic development entity
  • Efforts led by artists:
    • Build a multi-disciplinary artist network
    • Conduct an Annual Artist Summit
    • Pilot art sales program based on the Community Supported Art model
    • Recognize outstanding contributions by artists to the region

Type:

Legislative Initiative
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Artists
Cultural Development Corporation of Central Oklahoma

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-28

Allow the reuse of vacant storefronts as exhibition space for local artists.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-29

Protect the unique character of National Register-listed properties or districts and local Historic Districts and ensure that development and redevelopment is compatible with historic resources and character.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Neighborhood Alliance
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-30

Provide incentives for private development projects that include public art.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

The Alliance for Economic Development
City Manager's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-31

Incorporate natural features (such as ponds, lakes, streams, rock outcroppings, stands of mature trees, and/or sizable individual trees) into the design of all residential, commercial, and industrial projects rather than eliminating, hiding, or limiting access to those features.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-32

Establish streetscape standards requiring attractive entry features and the provision of accessible common open space in new neighborhoods.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-33

Develop and adopt new standards/guidelines to promote new residential subdivision designs that orient residential neighborhoods toward adjacent complementary uses or features such as parks, schools, open space, and neighborhood serving commercial sites, promoting improved direct accessibility and more seamless community integration.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-34

Develop and adopt new standards to minimize the detrimental appearance of accessory utility equipment (i.e. transformers, cable cabinets, telephone cabinets, utility meters, valves, etc.) by integrating them into less prominent areas of the site design or by screening them with landscaping, artistic features, or architectural materials compatible with the primary structures. If not encouraged, artistic embellishment (creating urban ambiance with imaginatively designed/painted screens) should not be prohibited. Ensure that such facilities are situated so that they do not impede pedestrian access.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-35

Facilitate and coordinate burial of overhead power and communications distribution lines.

Type:

Policy Decision
Program/Partnership
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Communication Utility Companies
Development Services Department
OG&E
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-36

Enhance the City’s Landscape Ordinance by accomplishing the following objectives:

  • Add guidelines and recommendations for landscape design that minimizes the need for supplemental irrigation.
  • Clarify responsibilities and standards for landscape maintenance, including within public rights-of-way.
  • Incentivize the use of drought-tolerant and native plants.
  • Restrict the use of turf grass to the greatest extent feasible.
  • Evaluate existing landscape standards for parking lots and consider making revisions that would result in more landscape buffering on parking lot fringes and more internal landscaping.
  • Evaluate existing landscape standards to determine whether new standards should be adopted to help screen or buffer parking structures.
  • Evaluate existing landscape standards in comparison to best practices and peer cities to determine whether minimum site landscaping standards should be revised and/or restructured to result in increased landscaping.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-37

Develop and adopt new standards/guidelines that result in improvements to parking structure design including the following potential measures:

  • Design parking structures to be architecturally integrated with adjoining primary structure(s).
  • Include integrated storefronts or other active uses on the ground floors of parking structures that are adjacent to public sidewalks and other pedestrian plazas.
  • Enhanced exterior façades of structures by integrating architectural features and materials that complement the character of the surrounding area, or screening with vegetation.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-38

Develop standards/guidelines that require architectural articulation, variety, and interest on large structures adjacent to public streets by limiting long stretches of unbroken wall planes.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-39

Define responsibilities and assurances for maintaining, repairing, or replacing community walls and fences. Consider creating programs for routine and consistent maintenance of fencing along arterial roadways that could include fencing assessment districts, long-term bonds, or assigned HOA maintenance of community fencing.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-40

Consider the adoption of improved requirements to screen parked vehicles from view with enhanced landscaping, berming, low screen walls, and existing or proposed buildings, or some combination of those elements.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-41

Use light fixtures and street furniture in the public right-of-way that complement established or evolving cultural or design districts.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Development Services Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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E-42

Create a public outreach program designed to explain and promote the benefits of urban design principles and design review districts.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Public Information & Marketing

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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E-43

Establish a funded beautification program and source of funding to provide facade and landscaping enhancements along targeted industrial corridors.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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P-1

Explore public/private funding sources and management structures, including non-profit conservancies, to improve, operate, manage and maintain downtown parks and open spaces.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Finance Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-2

Establish partnerships and programs with neighborhood associations and other organizations to improve maintenance of parks by:

  • Increasing participation in the OKC Beautiful’s “Adopt a Park” program. Participants can include nearby businesses, neighborhood associations, churches, schools, and nonprofit groups;
  • Establishing incentives for participating in the“Adopt a Park” program, such as providing awards; and,
  • Increasing volunteer park maintenance programs.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-3

Reduce the City’s long term operations and maintenance costs by:

  • Adapting more energy efficient technologies for park facilities;
  • Using low water landscape palettes and recycled water for irrigation; and,
  • Identifying and pursuing additional funding sources including: increased appropriations to the City’s Parks & Recreation Department; federal, state, or county funds; dedicated sales tax; impact fees/in lieu fees; private, corporate, and foundation grants; and business improvement or assessment districts.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
City Manager's Office
Finance Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-4

Pursue all opportunities, including donations, conservation easements, inheritance trusts, naming rights, and developer incentives to accomplish the following:

  • Acquiring new lands for parks, open space;
  • Acquiring natural areas that provide greater opportunities for people to access nature;
  • Maintaining existing and future parks, open space, and natural areas;
  • Enhancing existing landscaping at parks and along trails by planting additional native vegetation.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-5

Establish a parkland dedication program to ensure adequate provision of parks to serve future populations.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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P-6

Prioritize capital improvement for parks that serve areas where populations are projected to increase.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Mayor & City Council
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

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P-7

Require new subdivisions in under-served areas to construct and maintain private parks to serve those residents. Establish standards for private parks so that their quality is on par with public parks.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

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P-8

Prioritize capital improvement to construct linkages and connections from the existing urban parks and open space system  to neighborhoods, commercial areas, employment centers, and community facilities.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Mayor & City Council
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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P-9

Approve construction of new private parks only when the following provisions are specified:

  • Identification of a party, group, or entity responsible for park maintenance;
  • Adoption of maintenance standards for private park facilities, equipment, and natural areas;
  • Establishment of a maintenance and inspections schedule;
  • Guarantees of a funding source for long-term maintenance (maintenance bonds, open space escrow, fees etc.).

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

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P-10

Determine whether existing parks and facilities are serving the specific needs of the community within the park’s service area. If the area has transitioned and the park no longer serves the needs of the surrounding community, either reprogram the park, declare park surplus, or seek redevelopment to a more fitting use.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-11

Coordinate planning efforts with school districts to attempt concurrent land purchases for schools and parks.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
School Districts

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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P-12

Coordinate with school districts, local healthcare providers, and other community organizations to provide recreational programming not offered in nearby public parks or recreation centers, such as after-school fitness and education programs.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
Police Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

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P-13

Develop a downtown park master plan that identifies the following:

  • Opportunities for providing private parks and open space while still maintaining a dense, urban environment (such as vest pocket parks, rooftop gardens, plazas and courtyards);
  • Linkages and connections between public and private parks;
  • Programming and amenities that complement and support parks in the system; and
  • Funding for operations and maintenance.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-14

Modify codes and regulations to establish separate dedication requirements for parkland that excludes areas otherwise necessary or dedicated for drainage or detention as these areas should not receive credit to serve both purposes.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-15

Ensure all homes are within walking distance of a park based on level of service standards for each urban land use typology by updating codes and regulations for new construction and by improving connections and access between existing parks and neighborhoods.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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P-16

Acquire easements in new and existing developments to develop and connect trails.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Development Review
Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Development Services Department
Local Land Trusts
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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P-17

Establish connections between parks, residential areas, and other points of interest by constructing additional bike routes, trails and pedestrian paths to meet the growing demands for recreation and alternative transportation routes.

Type:

Capital Improvement

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

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P-18

Require that new development tie into the park and trail system by providing linkages to existing parks or dedicating new park land. Connect existing parks and neighborhoods to create a continuous system of open spaces, for example along stream corridors.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Development Review

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-6: Trails

    Trails are accessible and connect neighborhoods to places citizens want to go and provide a safe, healthy transportation alternative.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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P-19

Establish procedures for creating new joint school/park sites, including the division of maintenance responsibilities.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

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P-20

Increase the number of joint-use agreements that allow community access to school playgrounds outside of school hours to improve neighborhood access to recreational facilities.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-21

Increase the level of involvement and resources from agencies and other community groups to provide physical activity programming, such as after-school programs.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Oklahoma City-County Health Department
School Districts
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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P-22

Establish criteria for locating, designing, and improving public and private parks to enhance safety and security, including:
Locating new parks in areas that are highly visible and accessible from surrounding residential streets and utilize trails to increase activity and visibility in parks.
Utilizing Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles, which includes controlled access, visibility, lighting, etc. for new parks and retrofitting/redesign of existing parks.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Development Review
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Development Services Department
Planning Department
Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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P-23

Improve safety of users of the parks and trails system by:

  • Providing good lighting, emergency call boxes, and regular police patrols along the trail system.
  • Providing shelter structures along the trail networks and determining the appropriate spacing for such structures. Structures could be relatively small to keep costs down but should be sturdy and easy to maintain.

Type:

Capital Improvement

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Police Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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P-24

Enhance the City’s ability to improve the appearance of existing parks through the following:

  • Targeted cleanup and beautification program;
  • Seek sponsors to donate funds to improve park signage and lighting;
  • Litter and graffiti abatement program.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

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P-25

Enhance public park design standards to allow for public art and innovative design solutions regarding stormwater management, use of native vegetation, open space, and play areas.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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P-26

Explore the use of artificial turf, alternative materials and or other types of ground covers that do not require heavy maintenance or frequent mowing.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

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P-27

Replace existing high-maintenance, high-water plant material with attractive native plants.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

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P-28

Study the feasibility of allowing community gardens in some park areas and create a community garden pilot program.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Parks & Recreation Department
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

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P-29

Utilize existing natural streams as amenities in public parks, and regularly monitor and maintain stream banks for safety of park users.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-3: Water Resources

    Flooding risk is minimized.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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P-30

Protect the health of park visitors by utilizing the most environmentally friendly least toxic means available of reducing weeds and other pests to acceptable levels.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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P-31

Revise subdivision regulations to require development adjacent to parks and public open spaces to maintain open sight lines to parks and public open space.  Reduce/limit residential rear yards, fences, walls, and physical and visual enclosures around park and public open space perimeters.  Encourage designs that allow homes to face into parks or where side yards are located near parks.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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P-32

Utilize private and public partnerships and determine appropriate locations and funding sources to build larger multi-generational centers that will replace existing, small, and outdated recreation centers.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Parks & Recreation Department
City Manager's Office
Finance Department
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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strengthenOKC

ST-1

Create and promote development-ready sites in Employment (EM) areas using the following strategies:

  • Task the Oklahoma Industries Authority (OIA) and/or the Oklahoma City Industrial and Cultural Facilities Trust (OCICFT) to help public and private entities create development-ready sites.
  • Partner with the State School Land Trust to prepare their sites located in EM areas for development.
  • Pursue public purchase or optioning of key properties in EM areas in cooperation with the Urban Renewal Authority, the Oklahoma Industries Authority (OIA), and/or the Oklahoma City Industrial and Cultural Facilities Trust (OCICFT).
  • Conduct a market analysis and feasibility study for a new business park.
  • Facilitate development of EM sites by providing:
    • Infrastructure financing options, such as tax-increment financing,
    • Prioritized delivery of infrastructure, and
    • Accelerated or facilitated permitting.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Funding/Resource Strategy
Program/Partnership
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

The Alliance for Economic Development
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Planning Department
Public Works Department
School Land Trust
Urban Renewal Authority
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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ST-2

Provide adequate infrastructure for new or expanding companies by giving priority to Capital Improvements in ER areas. Additionally, consider the implementation of impact fees for infrastructure in order to provide infrastructure in a timely manner and to better coordinate with private development.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

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ST-3

Consider updating the City’s Strategic Investment Program and retail incentive guidelines to maximize public benefit and return on investment from business recruitment and retention incentive structures according to the following order of preference:

  • The prospective company pays for infrastructure and/or amenities and is reimbursed by the City as performance standards are achieved.
  • The City pays for infrastructure and/or amenities, which the prospective company must repay if performance standards are not met.
  • Direct, performance-based payments are made to the prospective company.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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ST-4

Continue providing direct financial incentives on a limited basis to attract and retain large, well-paying employers in areas where public infrastructure and amenities are already adequate. Financial incentives may include:

  • Payments from general obligation limited tax bonds
  • Performance-based rebate of all or a portion of future impact fees (if implemented)
  • Revolving loan fund for small business starts/expansions
  • Industrial revenue bonds

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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ST-5

Increase economic diversity by supporting development of industry clusters such as aerospace, aviation, defense, bioscience (and other high-technology industries), renewable energy, new-to-market company headquarters, and advanced manufacturing. Strategies can include:

  • Prioritizing incentives administered by the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust for these industries
  • Prioritizing installation of infrastructure to support aviation-related industrial development on the east side of the Will Rogers Airport
  • Engaging ODOT in discussions to make improvements to I-44 in the vicinity of the Will Rogers Airport to relieve congestion and improve access to the airport-owned lands from I-44
  • Protecting Airports and Tinker Air Force Base from encroachment by incompatible uses by analyzing the effectiveness of current Airport Environs overlay zoning districts and implementing necessary changes
  • Facilitating expansion of Tinker-related operations to the east and south by prioritizing improvements to transportation, water, and sewer infrastructure
  • Coordinating with the Chamber of Commerce to prepare sector acceleration plans for targeted industries

Type:

Capital Improvement
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Department of Airports
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust
Planning Department
The Alliance for Economic Development
Tinker AFB

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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ST-6

Support locally-owned businesses and entrepreneurs, which have greater multiplier effects on the local economy, by the following actions:

  • Establish online sales taxes to correct a competitive imbalance currently suffered by local “brick and mortar” merchants.
  • Facilitate entrepreneurial growth by working with local companies and universities and supporting business incubators.
  • Consider amending the Strategic Investment Program guidelines to give higher priority to locally-owned businesses.
  • Consider creating incentives and/or easing regulations for small, locally-owned businesses such as home businesses, farmers’ markets, mobile food vendors, pop-up retail, etc.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Legislative Initiative
Policy Decision
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Area Colleges, Universities, & Trade Schools
Finance Department
Local Companies and Businesses

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

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ST-7

Initiate an effort to create and publicize a brand and image for the city. Examples of specific outcomes include:

  • Coordinate with the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber to advertise the city’s quality of life to national and regional audiences during major events such as the NBA playoffs, and at other appropriate times and places, and in appropriate media.
  • Overhaul of City logo (buses, police cars, streetcar)
  • Overhaul of City Website

Type:

Program/Partnership
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-8

Increase tourism, publicize the city’s quality of life, and increase the city’s profile as a regional vacation destination by working with the Conventions and Visitors Bureau using the following strategies:

  • Package vacations that highlight the city’s amenities and destinations.
  • Conduct a tourism market study and plan to identify opportunities to increase visitation from in-state and out-of-state groups and households.
  • Publicize information highlighting the city’s amenities, destinations and transportation options (e.g., Spokies, transit, walking tours, and river boat tours).
  • Direct visitors (through maps, walking, biking, and river tours, and driving and streetcar routes) to Oklahoma City’s cultural and historic sites, and commercial districts.

Type:

Program/Partnership
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Information & Marketing
Public Transportation & Parking Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-9

Continue to create and enhance “big league city” amenities such as parks, public spaces, roadways, transit, cultural and recreational facilities, special districts, and gateways. Two specific possibilities for amenity enhancement include:

  • Explore the feasibility of City-supported, high-quality landscaping along key transportation corridors as a means of enhancing the city’s appearance, image, and sense of place.
  • Create gateways using public art features.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • EN-6: Arts and Culture

    Oklahoma City has a rich variety of arts and cultural assets and experiences.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • PL-5: Social and Environmental Effects

    Oklahoma City’s park system provides multiple opportunities for people to enjoy a healthy lifestyle.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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ST-10

Establish a program to develop place-making capacity in the city. The program should promote the economic and quality-of-life benefits of place-making investments and should:

  • Establish and maintain partnerships between the City, the private sector, and “place management” organizations.
  • Provide funding and City staff support for “place management” organizations.

Type:

Process or Procedure
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-11

Create specialized districts for large cultural or ethnic groups to enhance the diversity and perceptions of the city. Identify appropriate areas and create master plans with urban design guidelines specialized to the cultural history on display. For example, one special district could be themed for the Hispanic/Latino community. Such a district would include associated thematic infrastructure, amenity, design, public art, and streetscape improvements.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-12

Promote the downtown area as an attractive place to live and play for all household types, including families with children by:

  • Requiring human scale site and building designs
  • Focusing on pedestrian friendliness
  • Adding family-friendly public amenities including parks, open space, greenways, plazas, bikeways, public art, etc.
  • Limiting noise and protecting privacy
  • Ensuring new buildings and sites are designed to be attractive and to enhance safety and the sense of safety.
  • Encouraging employment and residential uses in close proximity
  • Encouraging or requiring a percentage of condominium or apartment units to be 2 and 3 bedroom units
  • Encouraging “child-friendly” development near schools and discouraging uses that could be detrimental to schools’ viability
  • Instituting on-street police officers on foot or bicycle to maintain “eyes on the street” and enhance public safety and security

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Police Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-13

Attract and retain young professionals to downtown and its environs to support and enhance place-making efforts and investments.

  • Explore the possibility of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce contracting with the City to facilitate and promote civic engagement and social opportunities for young professionals.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-14

Facilitate the development of housing in the Downtown, Bricktown, and Core to Shore areas in order to increase activity levels and demand for retail and amenities.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-15

Strengthen downtown’s sense of place and activity levels by encouraging more housing, retail, public plazas, public art, parks, indoor recreation facilities, and arts and cultural facilities.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-16

Increase land use diversity in Bricktown to attract and retain visitors and development momentum. Specifically, encourage more retail, office, and recreational uses rather than additional bars and restaurants, so that visitors of all ages and interests will be motivated to visit and stay longer.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

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ST-17

Adopt new citywide site design and building regulations that ensure new developments meet basic functional and aesthetic minimums related to:

  • Walkability and bike-ability
  • Internal and external street connectivity
  • Integration of uses
  • Signage
  • Building location
  • Building appearance
  • Open space (passive and active)

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • SU-7: Land Use Patterns - Environmental Conservation

    Environmentally sensitive areas are protected so that they can contribute to both quality of life and a healthy ecosystem.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-5: Atmosphere and Climate

    Oklahoma City consistently meets and exceeds federal air quality standards and actively pursues ways to protect air quality.

  • GR-8: Open Space, Connectivity, and Fragmentation

    Oklahoma City has an interconnected network of natural areas and protects its environmental assets.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

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ST-18

Support diverse and high-achieving student bodies through the creation of mixed-income neighborhoods that encourage parental and community involvement by:

  • Integrating home sizes and types at neighborhood and block scales,
  • Avoiding concentrations of low-income households by encouraging income diversity within neighborhoods and by spending City housing funds in a manner that does not concentrate low income households in one development or neighborhood, but instead creates opportunities for these households to live in income-diverse neighborhoods, and
  • Encouraging school districts to open schools and school grounds after school hours to support community engagement and more convenient opportunities for active recreation.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
School Districts

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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ST-19

Work with the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce to recommend adaptations to local education and training opportunities to match the current and projected needs of local companies.

Type:

Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
City Manager's Office

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-20

Develop methods for the City to aid school districts in bolstering student performance. Explore the following methods:

  • A cooperative City and business-funded scholarship program for OKC residents in underperforming school districts following the same pattern as The Pittsburgh Promise, which offers post-secondary scholarships to academically qualified students who live in Pittsburgh and attend Pittsburgh public schools,
  • Increased police presence for security and truancy prevention,
  • City-funded after school facilities and programs,
  • City-funded financial rewards to schools showing measurable improvement,
  • City-funded financial or other rewards to high-performing teachers,
  • City-funded teaching skills training.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Funding/Resource Strategy
Process or Procedure
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Local Companies and Businesses
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Police Department
School Districts

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-21

Study the impact of vacant parcels on places and special districts, and determine how best to mitigate any negative impacts.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-22

Support infill development on vacant, underutilized, and brownfield sites by:

  • Allowing densities sufficient to incentivize infill in older areas
  • Focusing resources on target neighborhoods to build positive momentum
  • Evaluating and adjusting zoning in areas where infill is desired
  • Reducing permit fees and processing time for infill development proposals
  • Waiving the requirement for traffic impact analyses for infill development proposals
  • Establishing an Abandoned Buildings Program and enhancing it over time by:
    • Seeking changes in City ordinance and State statute where necessary to allow for cost recovery of police and fire services costs caused by vacant buildings
    • Using revenue collected beyond Vacant and Abandoned Buildings program administration cost for neighborhood improvements
    • Submitting land bank legislation to the State Legislature and establishing a land bank authorized to acquire, rehabilitate, and dispose of abandoned properties
  • Offering temporary or short term catalyzing incentives for the first “infillers” in target neighborhoods. Incentives may include small grants and/or low interest loans from a revolving loan fund or for property improvements.
  • Evaluating the possibility of basing property taxes on only land value and not improvements, thereby encouraging high intensity use of well-positioned land and discouraging underutilization and long–term vacancy.

Type:

Legislative Initiative
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Finance Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • GR-1: Biological Resources

    Oklahoma City values, protects, and preserves its biological resources.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-1: Preservation / Rehabilitation

    Oklahoma City values its history and protects its cultural and built resources through appropriate rehabilitation and preservation.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-23

Rather than rely solely on federal CDBG funding, seek other sources to continue to support the Strong Neighborhoods Initiative and Neighborhood Stabilization Program in order to enhance their ability to reverse decline and create valuable places.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-5: Land Use Patterns - Downtown

    Downtown Oklahoma City exhibits a self-reinforcing cycle of vibrancy due to healthy occupancy rates and a diverse mix of employment, housing, retail, entertainment, and other supporting uses, and emphasizes pedestrian experience and public life.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-24

Increase proactive code enforcement efforts, including litter control, and graffiti clean-up in targeted areas (e.g., SNI areas, and special districts).

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department
Police Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-25

Reduce crime and improve feelings of safety through long term efforts such as:

  • Improving design regulations to maximize crime prevention through appropriate urban design,
  • Developing community-based activities, programs, and facilities that reduce crime and develop life skills, such as after school and youth diversion programs and facilities for recreation and educational support (e.g., tutoring, homework help, etc.),
  • Encouraging more compact development to increase effectiveness of individual officers by ensuring less travel time and more engagement,
  • Implementing a “good landlord” program,
  • Exploring enhancements to police operations such as:
    • Committing to a certain number of officers per capita and/or per square mile of urbanized area,
    • Increasing patrols (automobile, bicycle, or on foot) in targeted areas,
    • Evaluating needs on a regular basis for increasing the number of key positions, such as detectives, to meet demands,
    • Coordinating neighborhood improvement efforts (such as the Strong Neighborhoods Initiative and the Vacant and Abandoned Buildings program) with policing efforts, and
    • Supporting efforts to obtain more effective criminal justice law, such as stricter gang laws.

Type:

Development Review
Legislative Initiative
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-26

Encourage the use of special service districts with enhanced levels of service.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-27

Ensure adequate funds to maintain enhanced levels of service (including staffing) in places that have been or will be designated as special districts.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-28

Require all new utility lines to be buried and bury existing utility lines when possible (e.g., when roads are widened).

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Oklahoma Corporation Commission
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-29

Prioritize street maintenance projects in the Capital Improvement Plan based on the Public Works Department’s street condition data and traffic volumes.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-30

Assess the need for additional funds for citywide road maintenance beyond past average annual expenditures. If additional funds are needed for street maintenance, explore the feasibility of:

  • Implementing a transportation utility fee; or
  • Increasing the proportion of G.O. Bond money spent on street maintenance over past levels.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy

Responsible Party:

Finance Department
Information Technology Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-3: Accessibility and Use

    Oklahoma City’s park system is accessible to its users by a connected system including roadways, transit, trails, bicycle facilities, and sidewalks.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-31

Improve efficiency of City operations through the following means:

  • To the extent possible, base fees and charges on the cost of services and goods provided depending on location.
  • Investigate and implement technological approaches to improving local government efficiency and service quality.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Information Technology Department
Planning Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-32

Provide public services in the most cost-effective manner through efficient growth by:

  • Implementing an impact fee structure that varies by district according to actual cost.
  • Studying the impacts of altering the pricing of utilities to factor in how the location of a user impacts the cost of providing them utility services.
  • Exploring the use of fee-based revenue methods for maintaining infrastructure, such as transportation facilities, utility systems, and other public infrastructure.
  • Altering zoning ordinance and subdivision regulations to allow more efficient development patterns.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Funding/Resource Strategy
Legislative Initiative
Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-33

Consider ways to make Oklahoma City’s tax structure more stable, resilient, and balanced by exploring options such as:

  • Changing state law to allow property taxes to be used for local government operations.
  • Reducing the number of sales tax exemptions (which have increased in recent years).
  • Increasing the number of basic services subject to sales tax.
  • Taxation of internet sales to regain lost revenue while restoring the competitive imbalance suffered by local retailers.
  • Enhancing the stability of the local economy by supporting economic diversification.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Legislative Initiative

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
The Alliance for Economic Development

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-34

Strengthen property values in order to increase property tax revenues using the following strategies:

  • Implement, support, and enhance the Vacant and Abandoned Buildings initiative.
  • Improve maintenance of existing infrastructure.
  • Increase urban intensity where appropriate to encourage infill and neighborhood revitalization.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

ST-35

Increase City sales tax revenue by:

  • Attracting and retaining retail inside municipal boundaries using the following specific strategies from the Retail Plan:
  • Strengthen and expand existing regional retail destinations.
  • Continue to pursue one-in-the-market retailers with potential to attract shoppers from the entire metro area.
  • Partner with Penn Square regional node property owners to develop a plan for retail expansion of the node.
  • Plan for one new regional retail node in the city by 2030. This node should be planned for the downtown area in concert with efforts to attract a lifestyle or mixed-use town center.
  • Attract another Hispanic-focused supermarket to serve the area south of I-40.
  • Actively seek a natural foods grocer to serve the Midtown and Deep Deuce neighborhoods.
  • Reaffirm, revitalize, or re-vision existing retail nodes and corridors by following the recommendations for each node or corridor in the Retail Plan.
  • Hastening the creation of a fair and simple way to appropriately tax online purchases.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Legislative Initiative
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

List of Related Initiatives

serveOKC

SE-1

Incorporate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles into city-wide design standards for development and redevelopment of public and private projects. CPTED principles include: 1) Territorially – physically define spaces as public or private and the appropriate use is obvious even to outside observers; 2) Access Control – deny access to soft targets; 3) Natural Surveillance – make it easy to observe all users of/in a particular territory/space; 4) Maintenance and Management – ensure equipment is functioning (lights, gates, etc.), landscape is kept neat especially to preserve surveillance.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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SE-2

Maximize fire safety through actions such as:
Modifying regulations and guidelines to prevent subdivisions with a single point of access – except those with fewer than 10 homes.
Developing a vegetation management program targeting the wildland/urban interface, including rights-of-way in rural areas, and incorporating recommendations from the National Fire Protection Association’s Firewise Communities initiative.
Requiring residential sprinklers for developments located in Rural Land Use Typologies.
Requiring exceptional, effective, and easy access to sites augmented by a thorough system of connections within and between developments.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Development Services Department
Fire Department
National Fire Protection Association
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-3: Housing

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods thrive because they contain quality housing choices to meet the diverse needs of the population.

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-5: Food Systems

    Citizens have easy access to a variety of affordable healthy food options.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-3

Evaluate development proposals to assess design components that contribute to or detract from safety and analyze emergency response capacity and capability.

Type:

Development Review
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Fire Department
Planning Department
Police Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-4

Ensure resources and funds remain dedicated to crime prevention programs, including but not limited to: block watches; graffiti removal; education and outreach associated with elder fraud, identity theft, and sexual predators; safe driver programs for automobiles, motorcycles, and bicycles; after-school and youth diversion programs that provide recreational and educational support (tutoring, homework help, etc.); and other crime prevention programs. Ensure planokc is maintained to support and reflect the City’s priorities to provide a safe and secure community.

Type:

Funding/Resource Strategy
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Finance Department
Planning Department
Police Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-5

Reinforce existing partnerships and create new partnerships with allied agencies and non-profits to intervene early and often with at-risk youth redirecting them from participation in criminal activities to educational opportunities, job training, community service projects, neighborhood and business improvement programs, and other community building projects and/or programs.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Police Department
Boys and Girls Club
Local Chambers of Commerce
Planning Department
School Districts
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-6

Seek ways to improve efficiency of positions in the Police Department, such as directing responsibility for analyzing and proactively addressing crime from uniformed officers to trained analysts.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Police Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-7

Ensure that planokc is periodically updated to coordinate/correspond with the City’s Emergency Operation Plan and vice versa.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Fire Department
Police Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-8

Adopt design standards to enable emergency management resources to be highly effective, such as resilient buildings, interconnected transportation networks, and other design considerations that help ensure community safety and recovery.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Fire Department
Office of Sustainability
Police Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • GR-10: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Context-sensitive development and redevelopment support a healthy balance between the built and natural environments.

  • LV-1: Neighborhood Safety

    Oklahoma City neighborhoods are safe places to live, work, learn, and play. (jump to section)

  • LV-4: Neighborhood Stability

    Oklahoma City’s neighborhoods are vibrant because they have high occupancy rates, a diverse housing stock, and well-maintained properties.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • PL-4: Safety and Design

    Public and private parks are designed to achieve optimum safety, accessibility, and attractiveness while reflecting the character of the surrounding community.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-5: Emergency Management

    The City and its residents are ready and able to mitigate, respond to, and recover from a variety of disasters.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-9

Locate, design and upgrade City facilities and infrastructure in a manner that supports neighborhood revitalization and redevelopment.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Area Library Systems & Oklahoma Department of Libraries
Development Services Department
Fire Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department
Police Department
Public Transportation & Parking Department
Public Works Department
School Districts
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • CN-1: Transportation System

    Oklahoma City’s transportation system is safe, convenient, and provides a variety of interconnected modes that strive to balance the needs of all users.

  • CN-2: Roadways

    Oklahoma City’s street system is well-maintained and provides for the safe and efficient movement of people.

  • CN-3: Transit

    People have convenient access to an efficient and effective transit system that connects them to their daily activities and is valued as a public benefit.

  • CN-4: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle is used as a form of transportation in Oklahoma City by riders of all levels of experience.

  • CN-5: Bicycle Facilities

    The bicycle culture in Oklahoma City is characterized by complete facilities, quality amenities and safe vehicle operator (cyclists and drivers) attitudes and behaviors.

  • CN-7: Sidewalks

    Oklahoma City has a complete, accessible, and well-maintained network of sidewalks that people use to recreate and get to work, school, shopping, transit, and parks.

  • CN-8: Airports

    People have multiple transportation options to get to and from Oklahoma City’s airports.

  • GR-4: Environmental Hazards

    Oklahoma City manages, remediates, and/or mitigates environmental hazards to minimize risks to the public.

  • LV-6: Transportation Choice

    Citizens have access to a variety of transportation choices to serve their daily needs.

  • PL-1: Funding, Maintenance, and Operations

    Oklahoma City’s parks are funded, operated, and maintained in a way that gives people the amenities and park services they need in a safe and clean park environment.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-10

Upon the completion and adoption of the long-range solid waste flow and disposal plan, use any applicable recommendations to update planokc.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Planning Department

Start By:

2018

List of Related Goals

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-6: Solid Waste and Recycling

    Oklahoma City residents and businesses use recycling, composting, and other best practices to conserve limited resources and mitigate landfill needs.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-11

Coordinate with the county extension offices and neighboring jurisdictions to improve the public outreach campaign about the benefits of backyard composting.

Type:

Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

Utilities Department
County Extension Offices
Neighboring Jurisdictions
Office of Sustainability

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-6: Solid Waste and Recycling

    Oklahoma City residents and businesses use recycling, composting, and other best practices to conserve limited resources and mitigate landfill needs.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-12

Identify and remove barriers related to water conservation practices, including rainwater harvesting, graywater irrigation, treated effluent re-use practices, and others.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Utilities Department
Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Office of Sustainability
Oklahoma Water Resources Board
Planning Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-13

Develop an inventory of water uses at City facilities. Identify opportunities to reduce water use while sustaining service levels to the public. Implement the most prudent opportunities.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Utilities Department
Office of Sustainability
Parks & Recreation Department
Public Works Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • GR-2: Water Resources

    Oklahoma City enjoys safe drinking water, conserves waterways, wetlands and other water resources, and employs practices that protect water quality.

  • GR-9: Green Building and Sustainable Development

    Oklahoma City is a model of energy efficiency and conservation, and sustainable building practices and products.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-8: Water and Sewer

    Drinking water supplies are protected and conserved.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-14

Continue to ensure that rates to wholesale customers, for example, nearby jurisdictions, are based on up-to-date cost of service studies.

Type:

Policy Decision
Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

List of Related Goals

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-15

Form a working partnership with the library system, both the Metropolitan Library System and the Oklahoma Department of Libraries, to coordinate timing of facility expansions, improvements, and new facility siting with other types of civic resources, such as schools, fire stations, parks, and projected growth and demand for those resources. This should also include identifying a mechanism to provide library services in Canadian County.

Type:

Capital Improvement
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Area Library Systems & Oklahoma Department of Libraries
Development Services Department
Oklahoma, Cleveland, & Canadian Counties
Parks & Recreation Department
Planning Department

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • SU-4: Land Use Patterns - Industrial

    Oklahoma City has sufficient industrial land capacity in strategic locations to sustain a strong economic base.

  • SU-6: Land Use Patterns - Rural

    Oklahoma City’s rural areas are protected from encroachment of urban/suburban densities.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-2: Fire and Emergency Medical Services

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of fire and emergency medical services.

  • SE-4: Police

    Oklahoma City’s land use patterns contribute to the efficient and cost-effective delivery of police services.

  • SE-7: Water and Sewer

    City water and sewer service is efficiently provided to current and future populations in the urbanized area.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

List of Related Initiatives

SE-16

Adopt design standards applicable to both new and remodeled libraries focusing on integrating the building and the site into existing neighborhoods and urban fabric, reducing their dependence on automobiles and increasing their access by other modes, especially walking, biking, and transit.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
Area Library Systems & Oklahoma Department of Libraries
City Manager's Office
Development Services Department
Parks & Recreation Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SU-1: Land Use Patterns - Citywide

    Social, physical, and economic health are enabled by an efficient, diverse, and integrated land use mix and supported by an interconnected transportation system.

  • SU-2: Land Use Patterns - Residential

    Oklahoma City’s residential areas meet the diverse needs of the city’s residents and are well-connected to surrounding uses.

  • SU-3: Land Use Patterns - Commercial

    Residents and visitors have easy access to a variety of quality commercial opportunities.

  • LV-7: Social Connections

    People have a number of places to gather and socialize that are easily accessible from and within neighborhoods.

  • EN-2: Landscaping

    Landscaping is located, designed, and maintained to ensure an attractive and safe community.

  • EN-3: Heritage of the City

    Oklahoma City is recognized for its appreciation and preservation of historic, architectural, and cultural assets.

  • EN-4: Urban Design and Form

    The neighborhoods and commercial centers of Oklahoma City are integrated, attractive, functional, and of high quality.

  • EN-5: Community Appearance

    Oklahoma City’s built and natural environments are attractive and well-maintained.

  • ST-4: Place-Making

    Oklahoma City has many desirable and recognizable places that attract visitors, residents, and businesses.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-9: Libraries

    Libraries in Oklahoma City are easily accessed and widely and frequently used resources valued by the community.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

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SE-17

Coordinate with Strong Neighborhoods Initiative to provide recreational, fire safety, public safety, and character building programs in schools.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Fire Department
Parks & Recreation Department
Police Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

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  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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SE-18

Identify ways to establish/strengthen relationships and partnerships between schools and the business community as one method to improve student education and outcomes.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Local Chambers of Commerce
Neighborhood Alliance
Planning Department
School Districts

Start By:

2023

List of Related Goals

  • LV-2: Schools

    Oklahoma City area schools are neighborhood assets and sources of pride.

  • ST-1: Employment and Opportunity

    Oklahoma City has a growing and diverse economy that fosters vigorous job growth and self-sufficient citizens.

  • ST-2: Education System

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools attract and retain residents and employers.

  • ST-3: Education System

    Oklahoma City’s workforce is well-educated, highly skilled, motivated, creative, healthy, and culturally diverse.

  • ST-5: Public Safety

    Oklahoma City’s reputation as a low-crime community attracts and retains residents and businesses.

  • SE-3: Police

    Oklahoma City’s crime prevention and intervention efforts are based on best practices and measurably contribute to low crime rates throughout the city.

  • SE-10: Public Education

    Oklahoma City has superior public schools empowering youth and their families with the tools and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.

  • SE-11: Public Education

    The quality and reputation of Oklahoma City area schools supports the development of a vibrant community.

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SE-19

Improve communication and public outreach about stray animals such as safe handling practices and who to call for help, including after-hours.

Type:

Process or Procedure

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department

Start By:

2023

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  • SE-12: Animal Welfare

    Stray, neglected, and lost animals are handled humanely and quickly transitioned into safe homes.

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SE-20

Enhance programs, such as Community Cats, Foster Program, and the Community Pets Spayed and Neutered Program designed to help rescued animals find permanent homes.

Type:

Program/Partnership

Responsible Party:

Development Services Department
Central OK Humane Society
Local Pet Rescue Groups

Start By:

2023

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  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

  • SE-12: Animal Welfare

    Stray, neglected, and lost animals are handled humanely and quickly transitioned into safe homes.

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SE-21

For projects involving City rights-of-way, require a coordinated approach to utility work, installation, upgrades, etc. – including water, sewer, stormwater, communications, electricity, and gas – as it pertains to placement, timing, and maintenance. Consider establishing major utility corridors to facilitate this coordination and to signal tangible support for increased development in specific areas throughout the city.

Type:

Ordinace/Subdivision Regulations
Program/Partnership
Regional/External Agency Coordination

Responsible Party:

City Manager's Office
Communication Utility Companies
OG&E
Oklahoma Natural Gas
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

2028

List of Related Goals

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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SE-22

Support annexation or deannexation actions that improve City service efficiency; improve fiscal sustainability; and/or contribute to regional goals related to transportation systems or environmental resources.

Type:

Policy Decision

Responsible Party:

Planning Department
City Manager's Office
Fire Department
Police Department
Public Works Department
Utilities Department

Start By:

Ongoing

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  • PL-2: Levels of Service / Programming Needs

    Parks in Oklahoma City have facilities, programming, amenities, and activities well-matched to the recreational needs of residents and visitors.

  • ST-6: Fiscal Health

    Oklahoma City has a growing tax base and a revenue structure designed to ensure efficient growth and fiscal stability.

  • ST-7: Fiscal Health

    Public services are provided in the most cost-effective manner.

  • SE-1: Public Services

    Public services are provided in a manner that balances cost efficiency and levels of service.

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