Urban Forest Master Plan

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The Fairfax City Council adopted the Urban Forest Master Plan on Feb. 10, 2026.

UPDATE: The Urban Master Plan was adopted unanimously by the City Council on 2/10/2026. View the Council Reporter → 


What is the Urban Forest Master Plan project?

The city has created its first-ever Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP). The UFMP will guide planning and management of Fairfax’s urban forest over the next 20 years – and we need your help. It will explore topics including tree care, planting needs, staff capacity, budget, invasive species, tree-related policy, volunteer opportunities, and other topics discovered through research, analysis, and community input.

Where are we in the process?

The project includes two phases and four community meetings. Phase 1 was completed in February 2025; Phase 2 began in February 2025 and was completed in February 2026. See Phase 2 timeline below.

Last updated: February 2026

UPDATE: The Urban Master Plan was adopted unanimously by the City Council on 2/10/2026. View the Council Reporter → 


What is the Urban Forest Master Plan project?

The city has created its first-ever Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP). The UFMP will guide planning and management of Fairfax’s urban forest over the next 20 years – and we need your help. It will explore topics including tree care, planting needs, staff capacity, budget, invasive species, tree-related policy, volunteer opportunities, and other topics discovered through research, analysis, and community input.

Where are we in the process?

The project includes two phases and four community meetings. Phase 1 was completed in February 2025; Phase 2 began in February 2025 and was completed in February 2026. See Phase 2 timeline below.

Last updated: February 2026