Plans & Reports

The City of Madera develops and maintains a variety of long-range plans and technical studies that guide community growth, public safety, environmental stewardship, and quality of life. These documents help implement the City’s General Plan and provide detailed policy direction for specific areas of planning and development.

Below you’ll find key planning documents, environmental reports, and special studies prepared or adopted by the City of Madera. Each plan reflects local priorities and helps ensure that future projects align with state and regional goals for sustainability, safety, and economic vitality.

Citywide and Regional Plans

• Madera County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (2018) – A countywide strategy for reducing risks from natural hazards such as floods, earthquakes, and wildfires.
• Climate Action Plan (2015) – Outlines actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve sustainability throughout Madera.
• Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (2015) – Establishes policies to ensure that development near the Madera Municipal Airport remains compatible with aviation operations and safety standards.
• City of Madera General Plan (Adopted 2009) – The City’s long-range blueprint for growth and development. It outlines how Madera will evolve over time, guiding decisions about land use, transportation, housing, parks, public safety, and environmental sustainability.

Specific and Area Plans

• Ventana Specific Plan – A detailed land use and design plan that guides development in the Ventana area of Madera.
• Ventana Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
• Ventana Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR)

Design and Development Guidelines

• Design Development Guidelines – Provides design standards and best practices for commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects to ensure quality and consistency across Madera’s built environment.