The first draft of the Subarea Plan is open for public comment!

The Department of Local Services has released the first draft of the Fairwood (& adjoining neighborhoods) Subarea Plan, and comments are now open to the public. Called the Preliminary Plan, this first draft includes zoning concepts that are available for public review and comment. Please visit the project website to view the reader’s guide, link to the preliminary plan, and use our online form to enter your comments. Public comments will be accepted through September 26, 2026.

You also may want to attend the Department of Local Services’ upcoming events to learn more about the Fairwood Subarea Plan and ask questions: 

• August 12 & September 9, 2026, 4-8 p.m. – Fairwood Market Night. Stop by our booth.
• September 16, 2026, 4-6 p.m. – Library Office Hours. Visit our table “office hours” at the Fairwood Library.
• September 17, 2026, 6 p.m. – Virtual Public Information Meeting. Attend our online meeting. Register for the meeting at this LINK.
• September 23, 2026, 4-6 p.m. – Virtual Office Hours. Drop-in online on Zoom at this LINK.

Everyone interested in the future of your community is encouraged to make your voice heard!