The High Desert Area Plan is a component of the Washoe County Comprehensive Plan. As such, the High Desert Area Plan is to act as a guide for the Board of County Commissioners, the Washoe County Planning Commission, and the community on matters of growth and development within the High Desert planning area.
The High Desert Area Plan responds to a citizen-based desire to identify, implement and preserve the community character that has evolved throughout the High Desert over time.
Careful articulation of a vision for the future of the High Desert Area is intended to result in the crafting of goals and policies concerning land use, transportation, natural and cultural resources, and recreation.