Planning and Design Services

Every community tells a different story. We take time to learn yours. Our team combines technical skills with genuine community engagement to create plans that actually get built.

Our Planning and Design Approach

We listen first. Then we design with you. Together, we transform your community. Here’s how we help:

Comprehensive Planning - We guide communities through big-picture planning that balances dreams with reality. Our plans reflect what residents actually want while showing clear steps to get there.
Transportation & Connectivity - We design streets and transit that work for everyone - whether you walk, bike, drive, or use a wheelchair.
Climate Action & Resilience - We create doable strategies for extreme weather, flooding, and heat. Our plans use real data and focus on solutions communities can actually afford.
Public Space Design - Parks, trails, and streetscapes should bring people together. We design spaces that reflect your community's character and build connections.
Waterfront & Agricultural Planning - From lakeshores to farmland, we help protect and enhance the natural assets that make your community special.
Downtown Revitalization - From grant writing to ribbon cutting, we help downtowns come back to life. We've written the state guidebook and managed Rochester's $80 million revival program.

What Makes Highland Planning Different

We Combine Technical Skills with Real Engagement – Great plans need both solid data and community support. We bring both to every project.
We Focus on Getting Things Done – Our plans include clear next steps, realistic timelines, and funding strategies. We don’t just make pretty documents.
We Know New York – With offices in Rochester, Buffalo, and Albany, we understand the unique challenges facing communities across the state.
We Use the Latest Tools – GIS mapping, 3D visualization, and data analysis help us create plans that are both beautiful and based on facts.

Ready to start planning your community’s future?

Our team is here to help you listen to residents, design solutions, and transform your vision into reality.

Contact us at 585-504-1672 or admin@highland-planning.com

Let’s see what we can create together.

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