The Planning and Engineering Department is directed by David Roberts.  The department works with area developers, land owners, citizens, and business owners to facilitate the overall progress of new construction developments as well as maintain the current infrastructure. Planning staff also support the Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Adjustments. A comprehensive land use plan for the City of Murray was completed in January of 2003 which lays out a long-term plan for growth in our community. A Zoning Ordinance is in place which lays out the regulations for each of the Zoning Districts within the City of Murray. Subdivision regulations lay out the guidelines for requirements in developing a subdivision. See our forms area for quick access to commonly submitted forms and frequently requested publications.

Pictured Above: Department of Planning & Engineering. (From left: Peyton Mastera, Chris Edwards, David Roberts, Dannetta Clayton, Pearly McClure, Reta Gray, James Oakley, Candace Dowdy, Kenny Jackson, Dennis Thompson, Chris Lamm). 

The City of Murray and Murray State University are working together on a Comprehensive Bikeway Plan.  Click on the following link to see an overview of the work Dr. Zhang's GSC/PLN 507 Spring 2008 class completed (pictured below).  Murray: Cycling into the Future - A Bicycle Path Implementation.  

Links:
Murray Planning Commission
Murray Board of Zoning Adjustments
KY Chapter, American Planning Association
American Planning Association
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Planning Projects

Contact:
Phone: (270) 762-0330
FAX: (270) 762-0331
Contact the Planning Department