Numerous transportation projects have transformed Rowlett, including the extension of the President George Bush Turnpike, which bisects the City, and the Downtown Rowlett Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) light rail station.  The community is guided by the Realize Rowlett 2020 plan, which built a framework for future development in the City and established guiding principles to direct policy, land use, and implementation.  Building on the success of Realize Rowlett 2020, the 2019 Comprehensive Plan Update provides further direction for how the City should develop into the future.