Guided by principles of human-scale development and equitable growth, the City of Jackson Department of Planning and Development advances inclusive planning that supports sustainable neighborhoods, balanced progress, and opportunities for all across the city.
The City of Jackson provides development guidance to support orderly, safe, and sustainable growth in the community. These guides include design standards, site planning criteria, and infrastructure requirements that developers must follow to ensure projects align with city goals and regulations.
Key elements include:
Design Standards for Streets and Infrastructure — Minimum requirements for street design, drainage, utility placement, and right-of-way improvements to support safe and efficient transportation networks. Standards guide classification of arterial, collector, and local streets and set parameters for grades, pavement widths, and intersections.
Site Planning and Design Guidelines — Principles for site layout, stormwater management, open space, pedestrian connectivity, and landscaping that contribute to livable, context-sensitive developments.
Site Plan Review Requirements — Procedures and submittal standards developers must meet for conceptual and formal review, including utility, grading, drainage, landscape, and building details.
Stormwater Management Plans — Regulations requiring on-site stormwater control measures and erosion protection for construction to reduce off-site impacts and comply with local and state water quality standards.
