Corona/South Tempe Character Area Plan Virtual Meeting

This virtual meeting hosted by the City of Tempe on August 11, 2026, focused on updating the Corona/South Tempe Character Area Plan. City planners presented the background, purpose, and process of the character area plan, which provides non-regulatory design guidelines and policies to inform future development and infrastructure improvements in the area. The discussion emphasized community engagement to ensure the plan reflects local values and priorities. While the plan itself does not allocate funding or regulate zoning, it serves as a guiding document for city staff when considering new development and capital improvement projects. Attendees were encouraged to provide feedback through surveys and upcoming public meetings. Questions addressed topics such as transit access, zoning, development timelines, and coordination with neighboring municipalities. The meeting highlighted the plan's role in shaping future public and private investments without directly approving contracts or budgets.