Summary of Anderson General Plan 2007

The City of Anderson General Plan 2007 is a Plan for the City and for the adjacent Planning Area. The Plan will allow needed growth while protecting the "small town" characteristics of Anderson. The Plan emphasizes planning for the health and safety of all residents-now and in the future. Extending the various general plan diagrams to cover the entire planning area is a new feature of the General Plan.

The Land Use Element includes new land use designations such as "Rural Holding", "Low-Density Residential Hillside", "Mixed Use", and "Special Planning Area" to accommodate various types of development and to protect resource areas. The "Rural Holding" designation will protect agricultural uses on larger parcels. The "Low-Density Residential Hillside" designation will limit development in hilly areas. The "Mixed Use" designation will allow a combination of residential, commercial and office uses in a compact area. The "Special Planning Area" designation will be developed with a unique Planned Development Zoning Ordinance especially suited to the area with this designation. Extending the land use designations to the Planning Area will allow the pre-zoning necessary for annexation.

The Circulation Element emphasizes the creation of a multi-modal transportation system to benefit healthy lifestyles and connectivity at all levels. This Element classifies existing roadways and shows where new arterial and collector roads may be built. The Element also allows the creation of various special roadway standards to facilitate environmental protection in new developments. Pedestrian and bicycle traffic are promoted and protected by policies in the Circulation Element.

The Open Space and Conservation Element highlights the many resources Anderson has and the best ways to protect and enjoy them. Biological, open space, scenic, and agricultural resources are all important to Anderson residents. The conservation of various types of habitat and open space are emphasized along with the need to maintain these areas and to make them accessible to the general public for education, appreciation and enjoyment.

The Health and Safety Element provides guidance on public health issues and safety in all areas. The importance of developing a community that will foster healthy lifestyles is emphasized. These policies are coordinated with policies in the Land Use, Circulation and Recreation elements. The Noise Element shows the noise corridors and standards for development to minimize impacts from noise.

The Recreation Element expands the framework for increasing recreation facilities and opportunities in Anderson. A diversity of park types is encouraged including small privately-maintained parks, trails and neighborhood parks. Recreation is important to all ages and groups within the City. The previously adopted Housing Element and Air Quality Element will remain part of the General Plan.

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