Horizon Lavon is an update to a key long-range planning document for the City, the Lavon Master Plan, commonly known as a "Comprehensive Plan".

A. Comprehensive Plan

Broadly speaking, a comprehensive plan sets a Vision for the community for the next 15 to 20 years, establishes policies to manage growth and achieve the Vision - including for rezoning requests - and provides a framework for other plans, improvements, investments, and budgetary decisions.

Some key elements of a comprehensive plan include:

1. Conduct a thorough analysis of current and projected demographic, economic, and land use conditions in Lavon.
2. Engage with stakeholders, including city officials, residents, business owners, and community organizations, through public meetings, surveys, and workshops.
3. Develop a vision statement and long-term goals for the city based on community input.
4. Prepare a comprehensive land use plan that outlines future land use patterns, zoning recommendations, and transportation planning.
5. Identify and prioritize infrastructure and public facilities improvements.
6. Provide recommendations for sustainable and resilient development practices.
7. Create an implementation plan with specific action items and timelines.

We anticipate the process taking approximately 10 months, with the Comprehensive Plan Update being considered for adoption in 2026.

The standard practice of cities is to review the plan approximately every three to five years, especially during periods of high growth. The last comprehensive plan was completed in 2022 and much has changed in Lavon over the past three years. This Update will work to ensure the Comprehensive Plan is up to date and aligns with the community's needs.

Everyone is! But more specifically, the City of Lavon has hired a planning, design, and engineering firm, LJA, to lead the Project. LJA's team is led by the Principal-in-Charge Abra Nusser, AICP, who is an experienced, certified city planner. LJA has numerous leaders serving in roles on the team, such as infrastructure, design and landscape architecture, nature and drainage, community engagement, and many more.

The Project Manager is Aubrey Rodriguez, AICP, also an experienced, certified city planner.

Serving as leads on the City side is Kim Dobbs, Lavon's City Manager. Kim is coordinating closely with City Staff, the City Council, and other Lavon boards and commissions.

Contact info is at the bottom of this page if you need it!