Planning and Zoning for the City of Red Wing is guided by a Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan serves as a vision statement for the City of Red Wing that anticipates and guides growth. The plan includes long-range goals, policies and plans related to:
- Housing
- Infrastructure
- Land Use
- Parks, Trails and Recreation
- Transportation
The plan is implemented with zoning and subdivision ordinances, these plans and ordinances provide for orderly development and redevelopment of the city while protecting the health, safety and general welfare of residents and businesses. The Zoning Ordinance and the Subdivision (Platting) Ordinance regulate uses and structures throughout the City and provides general development standards.