Recognizing the unique character of Anne Arundel County’s different communities, the General Development Plan divided the County into 16 small planning areas and recommended that a separate, more detailed land-use plan be completed for each. (Small Area Plan Map)  These Small Area Plans serve as a guide for land use, zoning, transportation improvements, open space and other capital improvements and identify opportunities for commercial revitalization and, where appropriate, mixed-use development. Citizens played a key role in developing the Small Area Plans. For each small planning area a committee of residents and business people helped channel neighborhood insights and suggestions to County planners. Planners and committee members also sought input through public forums, surveys and focus groups. Design professionals were used to supplement in-house expertise and to help identify opportunity areas for improved community design. For detailed information about each Small Planning Area select the appropriate community from the QuickLinks. Each Small Area Plan is composed of many communities and neighborhoods. A map and geographic description is provided with each area. | 
