About Us

The Planning & Urban Design Department (P+UD) develops and facilitates comprehensive plans, policies and programs through effective community engagement. Our goal is to advance livability, economic vibrancy, sustainability and equity throughout Dallas.  Our team collaborates across departments, external agencies and private initiatives to:

●          Draft comprehensive land use and urban design plans for Council adoption;

●          Lead targeted neighborhood revitalization efforts; 

●          Provide capacity building and training for neighborhood organizations;

●          Provide conceptual design services and design review for development projects, and;

●          Facilitate implementation of adopted city plans and policies.