2040 Comprehensive Plan 

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

The 2040 Comprehensive Plan is a long-range planning document that outlines how South St. Paul will grow and develop over the next 20 years. It includes goals and policies for land use, housing, parks and open space, economic development, and transportation. This plan builds on the goals of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.

While the plan itself doesn’t guarantee outcomes, it provides guidance to city staff, elected officials, and community stakeholders in making informed decisions. It serves as a vital reference for aligning development with community values.

Questions? Contact City Planner Michael Healy at mhealy@southstpaul.org or 651-554-3217.

2040 Comprehensive Plan Documents

• Full 2040 Comprehensive Plan (PDF)
• Cover Page and Table of Contents (PDF)
• Chapter 1 – Introduction (PDF)
• Chapter 2 – Background (PDF)
• Chapter 3 – Policy Plan (PDF)
• Chapter 4 – Land Use (PDF)
• Chapter 5 – Economic Development (PDF)
• Chapter 6 – Housing (PDF)
• Chapter 7 – Transportation (PDF)
• Chapter 8 – Community Infrastructure (PDF)
• Chapter 9 – Parks, Trails & Recreation (PDF)
• Chapter 10 – Critical Area Plan (PDF)
• Chapter 11 – Implementation (PDF)
• Chapter 12 – Appendix (PDF)

Reference Documents

• Community Engagement Activities (PDF)
• Concept Plan (PDF)
• Economic Development Strategy (PDF)
• Southview Hill Plan (PDF)
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (PDF)
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan (PDF)
• Airport Layout Plan (PDF)
• Comprehensive Stormwater Plan (PDF)
• Well Record and Maintenance Summaries (PDF)
• Well Level Monitoring Plan (PDF)
• Dakota County ISTS Ordinance (PDF)

Maps

• Future Land Use Map with Districts (PDF)
• Future Land Use Map (PDF)
• Existing Land Use Map with Districts (PDF)
• Zoning Map (PDF)

Amendments

• 2021 – Grand Exchange Mixed Use Category Creation
• 2022 – Update for Alignment with City Policy Goals
• 2025- Future Land Use Map Guidance for City-Owned Facilities