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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Georgetown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map Amendments (2026-1-CPA)
Five map changes covering roughly 4,700 acres would set the stage for future housing and development, including converting quarry and rural land north of Reagan Boulevard and designating the county justice campus site as Institutional. The commission split: yes on Areas 1-3, no on Areas 4 and 5 after neighbors pushed back on density and roads.
Unified Development Code (UDC) Update
The city is reviewing the current draft of the Unified Development Code to guide future growth and land use standards in Georgetown. Steering committee members joined a special-called City Council session to examine the proposed regulations.