Greater Dallas Planning Council (GDPC)
Founded in 1946, the Greater Dallas Planning Council (GDPC) is the oldest civic organization in Dallas focusing on regional growth. Comprised of professionals across various sectors, GDPC advocates for sustainable, equitable development. The organization addresses key issues like urban design, transportation, and economic development. GDPC hosts events and monthly meetings to promote collaboration and policy recommendations for the region's long-term prosperity.
Founded in 1946, the Greater Dallas Planning Council (GDPC) is the oldest civic organization in the Dallas area focused on regional growth and development. Comprised of professionals from a variety of sectors, including architecture, planning, real estate, construction, and municipal entities, the GDPC advocates for sustainable growth in the Dallas region. Their mission is to advocate, educate, and plan for a prosperous and equitable Greater Dallas.
The GDPC addresses key issues such as urban design, economic development, transportation, water, energy, and education. Through issue task forces and collaboration, the organization evaluates policies and design concepts, providing policy recommendations to local leaders and the media. Monthly breakfast meetings offer a platform for discussion on regional issues, featuring presentations from local politicians and leaders.
With a vision of uniting diverse voices to shape the future of the Dallas region, GDPC’s core values include engagement, equity, collaboration, and sustainable planning. They have been integral to the development of major regional projects, including the Dallas Plan, the outer loop freeway system feasibility study, and the Trinity River Corridor Project. GDPC also supports initiatives like Vision North Texas and DART’s D2 Light Rail Transit Line.
The GDPC hosts several signature events, including the annual Trinity Urban Design Awards and a dynamic Annual Meeting. The organization’s ongoing efforts continue to influence regional planning and development, fostering meaningful local and regional impacts.
