Zoning ordinances are one of the most powerful ways local governments regulate development, and they should work to implement the policies in a Comprehensive Plan Update.
The Metropolitan Council's PlanIt program is providing education on planning issues through the 2040 comprehensive plan update process.
Zoning ordinances are one of the most powerful ways local governments regulate development, and they should work to implement the policies in your Comprehensive Plan Update. Minnesota Statutes directs communities to remove conflicts between their comprehensive plans and their zoning ordinances. When creating the Housing Element of your 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update, we recommend that you review your zoning code to ensure your community’s policies and ordinances are working together to address housing needs; especially the housing needs of households earning 80% of the Area Median Income or less.
FULL STORY: PlanIt: Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances.
Socially-Blind Urban Planning
In this era of increased inequality, socially-blind urban planning is morally questionable. Specifically, on the issue of homelessness in America, there are three problems to which planners need to pay particular attention.
The 'Missing Middle' Affordable Housing Solution
Karen Parolek discusses the 'Missing Middle' that is too often overlooked in discussions about affordable housing.
Los Angeles' Plan to Keep 'Bootleg' Units Affordable
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Seattle Legalizes Co-Living
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Santa Monica Lowers Speed Limits
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Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
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Caltrans
Los Alamos County
American Planning Association, Sustainable Communities Division
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
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Newport County Development Council: Connect Greater Newport
Rockdale County Board of Commissioners