Phase I

What types of codes were addressed in previous work?

In Phase I, APA completed an extensive literature review of existing model ordinances and locally enacted ordinances. We also prepared a narrative on the structure of development codes and how to evaluate and update them, particularly in light of smart growth principles. The Phase I report contains the following 11 model smart growth ordinances with commentary:

• Model Mixed-Use Zoning District Ordinance

• Model Town Center Ordinance

• Model Affordable Housing Density Bonus Ordinance

• Model Unified Development Permit Review Process Ordinance

• Model Transfer of Development Rights Ordinance

• Model Cluster Development Ordinance

• Model Pedestrian Overlay (POD) District

• Model On-Site Access, Parking, and Circulation Ordinance

• Model Shared Parking Ordinance

• Model Street Connectivity Standards Ordinance

As part of the original proposal to EPA, APA also produced and broadcast an audio/web conference on smart growth codes. The audio portion of that program, along with the speakers' PowerPoint presentations and background reading material are available for sale on a CD through APA's Planners Book Service.

Model Smart Land Development Regulations

Chapter 1: Introduction     

Chapter 2: Development Codes and Smart Growth

Chapter 3: Model Comprehensive and Noncomprehensive Smart Growth Codes

Chapter 4:  Model Smart Growth Ordinances with Commentary

• 4.1 — Model Mixed-Use Zoning District Ordinance 
• 4.2 — Model Live/Work Ordinance
• 4.3 — Model Town Center Ordinance
• 4.4 — Model Affordable Housing Density Bonus Ordinance
• 4.5 — Model Unified Development Permit Review Process Ordinance
• 4.6 — Model Transfer of Development Rights Ordinance
• 4.7 — Model Cluster Development Ordinance
• 4.8 — Model Pedestrian Overlay District (POD) Model On-Site Access, Parking, and Circulation Ordinance, Model Shared Parking Ordinance, and Model Street Connectivity Standards Ordinance

Appendix:  Bibliography