Conditions, Trends, and Issues

This document was the first step towards the General Plan Update, and is a compilation of baseline information that was prepared by a team of City of Berkeley employees over the period of 1988 through 1993. This report provides the reader with information on the history, current conditions, and issues facing the City of Berkeley. This document is available for purchase at the Planning and Development Department at 2120 Milvia Street for $10.

Table of Contents

Introduction
    Baseline Studies
    General Plan Process
    Existing Plans and Policies

Urban Form
     Land Use
     Transportation
     Infrastructure
     Open Space
     Urban Design 

Socio-Economic Conditions
     Housing
     Community Services     
     Economic Development
     Fiscal Conditions 

Environmental Quality
     Conservation 
          Natural Resources
          Solid Waste and Recycling
          Energy Use
     Emergency Management
          Fire
          Seismic Safety
          Landslides
          Floods
     Hazardous Materials
     Air Quality
     Noise 

Regional Links
     University
     Government Agencies