Capital Improvement Planning
What is a Capital Improvement Plan?
Capital improvement plans provide a link between the visions articulated by comprehensive plans and annual capital expenditure budgets. They allow for a systematic, simultaneous evaluation of potential projects. They also facilitate coordination among the units of government that are responsible for project implementation.
A capital improvement is a substantial, nonrecurring expenditure for a physical improvement with a long useful life. Specific criteria vary across jurisdictions. It is necessary to consult each plan for a precise definition.
NCPC coordinates capital improvement planning within the National Capital Region at federal and local levels, including the District of Columbia.
Federal Capital Improvements Program (FCIP)
The National Capital Planning Act empowers NCPC to review annual capital budgeting proposals from federal agencies for projects to be carried out over the next 6 years. NCPC evaluates the proposals for consistency with federal and local planning policies and prioritizes projects. The analyses and recommendations are compiled in the FCIP report, which is submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for use in preparing the President's annual budget.
The annual request for proposals is announced in February. Agencies typically have three months to submit project summaries and accompanying budgets.
The deadline for FCIP 2011-2016 proposals was March 26, 2010.
On July 1, 2010 the Commission authorized circulation of the proposed Federal Capital Improvements Program for the National Capital Region, Fiscal Years 2011-2016 for a 45-day public review and comment period. Public comment closes on Tuesday, August 24, 2010.
We invite you to review the document >>
Share your thoughts by contacting Stacy Wood (stacy.wood@ncpc.gov)
The final document is scheduled for review by the Commission at the September 2, 2010 meeting. Once the Commission adopts the FY 2011-2016 FCIP it will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). FCIP preparation schedule >>
New for 2011-2016: Executive Order 13514 requires federal agencies to implement sustainability plans. NCPC is updating its guidelines for reviewing federal capital improvements to help ensure that agencies meet their greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Local Capital Improvements Programs
As part of its authority to guide the long-range development of the National Capital Region, NCPC reviews capital improvement plans prepared by the primary county and city jurisdictions within the region. NCPC identifies whether the plans will create adverse impacts on a federal interest and notifies the respective jurisdiction during the plan's public comment period.
Montgomery County
FY 2011 Recommended Capital Budget and FY 2011-2016 Capital Improvements Program
NCPC response (March 26, 2010) >>
Arlington County
Arlington County prepares a six-year Capital Improvement Program every other year.
FY 2011-2016 Proposed CIP >>
NCPC Response (July 23, 2010) >>
Fairfax County
Fairfax County prepares a five-year Capital Improvements Program annually.
FY 2011-2015 Advertised Capital Improvements Program >>
NCPC Response (April 20, 2010) >>
NCPC has a more specific obligation to review the District of Columbia Multi-Year Capital Improvement Plan (DCCIP). As specified in the National Capital Planning Act, the District submits its six-year plan to NCPC each spring for review. NCPC has 30 days to comment.
The DCCIP is sometimes reviewed in two parts, one of which is devoted entirely to District Department of Transportation projects.
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