Sustainable Zoning and Development Controls

Local governments have a legitimate — and leading — role to play in creating sustainable communities. In this course, you'll learn how communities around the country have written or amended land-use plans, zoning codes, subdivision regulations, and construction codes to achieve greater sustainability. Find out how you can apply many innovative models and strategies to your own community.

You'll learn:

• Plan components that achieve sustainability
• Zoning options that implement these components
• Subdivision standards
• Open space and natural resource conservation devices
• Affordable housing to meet local housing needs
• Connecting compact development and transportation services
• Balancing growth and conservation strategies
• Local building and energy code initiatives
• Incorporating Energy Star and LEED energy standards into local practice
• Project approval techniques, including conditions and their constitutionality
• Avoiding regulatory takings challenges
• How to conduct a green audit of local plans and laws
• Strategic options that conform to local political realities

Presenters

Christopher Duerksen

James Duncan, FAICP

Craig Richardson

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