Public Review Period Closed

The public review period for the Bakersfield General Plan is now closed. Thank you to everyone who reviewed the Plan and shared comments and feedback. The project team is reviewing the input received and incorporating feedback as the Plan moves toward the adoption process. Sign up for project updates to receive information about upcoming milestones and be notified when the Adopted General Plan is available.

Environmental Review Underway

The City filed a Notice of Preparation (NOP) to begin the environmental review process for the 2045 General Plan. The NOP comment period was February 28, 2026 through March 30, 2026, and comments are no longer being accepted. Sign up for project updates for the opportunity to comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report once released!

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Bakersfield 2045 General Plan Update

Welcome to the City of Bakersfield 2045 General Plan Update website! We know better decisions are made when information is easily accessible and our community provides input throughout the process. As the process moves forward, this website will be your primary source for access to all materials related to the 2045 General Plan update. The website will host project documents, meeting dates and times, information on the basics of the general plan process, and provide the community with ways to contribute ideas to help the City develop a roadmap for the future.

General Plan Update Timeline

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