Your chance to shape the future of our town!
Herndon 2050 is the Town’s long-range Comprehensive Plan. Learn more ➔
The Economic Development Project focuses on strengthening Herndon’s economy. Learn more ➔
Planning for the Future
The Town of Herndon is updating its Comprehensive Plan for 2050, along with a new Economic Development Plan—and your input matters.
Now is a critical moment to plan for the Town's future. The Town's last comprehensive plan, Herndon 2030, was written before COVID and market shifts, and needs to be updated to reflect today's context.
Together, these plans will guide how Herndon grows and changes over the coming decades. They will help shape decisions about land use, businesses and the local economy, transportation, housing, parks and recreation, arts and culture, Town services and facilities, and infrastructure.
Two connected planning efforts
Plans that work together to provide a roadmap for the next 25 years
Herndon 2050
Herndon 2050 is the Town's Comprehensive Plan. It will define our long-term, community-driven vision and policy for land use, transportation, housing, and community character for the next 20-25 years. Herndon 2050 will also include development of Early Action Plans for Downtown and Metro Area.
Market Study & Economic Development Strategy
The Market Study & Economic Development Strategy is the town’s first comprehensive study of the market and economics. It also serves as the "economic engine" of the Herndon 2050 plan.
Questions & Answers
These are some common questions that you may have during the process. If you have any other questions or would like to contact the team, you can email us at: herndon2050@herndon-va.gov
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A Comprehensive Plan is a long-term guide that communities use to plan for the future. As the name suggests, it covers many topics—from land use and transportation to urban design, the environment, public facilities, and infrastructure.
Community input is a central part of the process. The plan outlines a vision for the future and identifies specific actions to help make that vision a reality. Its recommendations guide future decisions, such as zoning changes, infrastructure investments, and budgeting for major projects.
The Commonwealth of Virginia has requirements that guide the development of comprehensive plans and what they cover. Herndon’s current Comprehensive Plan was adopted in 2008 and looked ahead to the year 2030. Now is an important moment to update the plan, reflecting Herndon's vision for the next 25 years.
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The Town of Herndon is leading Herndon 2050 and the Market Study and Economic Development Strategy. The Town Council, Planning Commission, and Town staff will all play key roles throughout the process. Community input will be essential in shaping the vision and recommendations. A consultant team led by Agency Landscape + Planning is working closely with Town staff.
Yourperspective is critical! Check out the "Participate in the Process" page to learn more about how to get involved and share your ideas.
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Yes! This plan is about Herndon’s future, and everyone’s perspective is welcome.
Visit the Participate in the Process page to learn about upcoming events and ways to get involved. You can also sign up for updates below to stay informed as the planning process moves forward.
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The Current Plan is Outdated : The current comprehensive plan Herndon 2030 is outdated and no longer satisfies the requirements of a long-range plan based on the Code of Virginia.
Market Shifts: We need to address new realities, including decline in office uses, changing retail formats, and increasing housing pressures.
Strategic Growth: As a nearly built-out community, our future relies on strategic and balanced redevelopment.
Funding: The project is partially funded by a grant, which has strict deadlines and reporting requirements.
Project Timeline
Fall 2025
Planning Process kickoff
Winter 2025
Analysis begins
Fall 2026
Implementation Planning
Spring 2026
Visioning
Summer 2026
(WE ARE HERE)
Future Scenarios testing
Analyzing community input for Herndon’s future from spring engagement
Draft vision statement options
Preparing for future scenarios
Late 2026 - 2027
Plan development and plan adoption
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