For Centennial to develop in a strategic and intentional way, the City has adopted a number of long-range planning studies to guide the growth and development of the City.
These studies are based upon robust analysis and significant public outreach to understand the community’s desires. These plans help City Staff and Elected Officials make informed decisions about future development in the community and serve as a basis for Staff recommendations on development applications.
Centennial NEXT is the City's comprehensive plan originally adopted in 2018 and amended in 2023, aligning the plan's goals and strategies with a new Future Land Use Map, helping guide how Centennial grows and evolves.
Centennial NEXT reflects the community’s values and priorities. It serves as a road-map for thoughtful development ensuring Centennial thrives well into the future.
This City-wide plan guides our approach to preserving, enhancing and growing Centennial’s neighborhoods. It supports a high quality of life, fosters a strong sense of community, promotes economic vitality, coordinated public investment and healthy environment. Ultimately, Centennial NEXT helps guide responsible decision-making while building a lasting legacy for future generations.
View the Centennial NEXT plan here(PDF, 38MB) and the appendices here(PDF, 429MB).
The City has adopted sub-area plans that provide a framework for specific areas in Centennial. These plans include:
Midtown Centennial Sub-Area Vision Plan(PDF, 26MB) Adopted in 2025, this plan guides long-term land use for Midtown Centennial along the I-25 corridor. Learn more about Midtown on the Midtown Centennial page.
SouthGlenn Sub-Area Plan(PDF, 83MB) Adopted in 2009, outlines a vision for the neighborhoods and commercial centers on the west side of the City from S. Broadway to S. Colorado Boulevard.
Central Centennial Boundary Plan(PDF, 64MB) Adopted in 2008, this plan provides an initial vision for land use and transportation for the City between S. Havana Street and S. Jordan Road.
The City has completed several City-wide plans focused on transportation and open space.
Transportation Master Plan (TMP) Adopted in May 2022, the TMP outlines a long-term vision for Centennial's transportation system and guides the City's investments through the next two decades.
Trails and Recreation Plan(PDF, 75MB) (TRP) Adopted in 2017, the TRP establishes a vision for parks, open space, trails, and recreation in Centennial and identifies opportunities for partnership to expand these amenities.
The City updates its Three Mile Plan annually. The plan identifies unincorporated areas within three miles of the City’s existing boundary that may be considered for future annexations. View the most recent Three Mile Plan here(PDF, 814KB).