Urban Service Area Boundary

The 1990 Comprehensive Plan includes a projection for where urban growth will occur in the next twenty years to serve an increasing population. This area, known as the Urban Service Area (USA), includes the portions of the City and the County which are to be developed at urban levels of density and can expect the availability of urban infrastructure and services, such as roads, mass transit, stormwater facilities, sanitary sewer, solid waste, and parks. The intent of the Urban Service Area is to: Promote efficient and compact urban growth; Protect the rural character of those areas outside the USA from incompatible uses and densities; Assure that local government can afford to provide needed urban services to areas which we designate to receive such services; and Make sure that areas we designate for urban development are not "under-utilized." The Zoning & Land Use Applcation is a great way to view this layer. Geographic Coverage The service covers the Tallahassee metropolitan region and areas in unincorporated Leon County, Florida, reflecting local governmental plans for urban growth management. Use and Importance Assists local government planners and developers in managing urban expansion efficiently and sustainably. Protects rural and undeveloped lands from incompatible urban development. Supports decision-making for infrastructure investment and service delivery. Facilitates growth management consistent with comprehensive planning goals. Licensing and Data Quality This dataset has been compiled from authoritative sources including Leon County, the City of Tallahassee, and the Leon County Property Appraiser’s Office. It is intended for reference and planning use, with accuracy ensured from the original data providers; however, it is not a legal survey document. Users should exercise caution when relying on this data for critical decisions.