A Downtown Plan is a strategic document that outlines a community’s long-term vision for its central business district. It identifies opportunities for growth, investment, placemaking, and redevelopment, and provides detailed guidance on how to strengthen downtown’s role as the heart of the community. 

A comprehensive plan is a long-range policy guide for a community's future growth and development, outlining its vision, goals, and strategies for land use, housing, transportation, and other community needs. Also known as a master plan or general plan, it serves as a framework for decision-making by government bodies and developers, ensuring that actions like zoning and development align with the community's vision for a sustainable and responsible future.