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Issue #33: Winter 1999

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Growing Greener: Model Ordinance Provisions for Conservation Subdivision Design
by Randall G. Arendt read excerpts from article order and download article

--- Noted conservation planner Randall Arendt has developed a framework for subdivision review that encourages the preservation of open space and natural areas, while enhancing the market value of development. Arendt's model ordinance reverses the standard subdivision review process by focusing first on the conservation of natural areas and last on the detailed layout of houselots. Sidebars explore key aspects of the model ordinance.

Should You Run?
by Otis White read full article order and download article

--- Have you considered running for office after finishing your service as a planning commissioner or zoning board member? Otis White, consultant to local governments and corporations on community involvement and civic leadership, explores what questions to ask yourself before you decide to run. Following White's article are responses from participants on our informal article review group.

Working with Planning Consultants -- Part III
by C. Gregory Dale, AICP read excerpts from article
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--- In the final installment of his "Working with Planning Consultants" series, Greg Dale focuses on steps planning departments can take to ensure a good working relationship with planning consultants.

DEPARTMENTS

The Effective Planning Commission:
Teaching "New Dogs" New Tricks read excerpts from article order and download article

--- Elaine Cogan looks at how to deal with newcomers to your board who either hold up meetings with question after question or are too nervous to jump into the discussion.

The Planning Commission At Work:
Decision Making -- Part II read excerpts from article
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--- Mike Chandler explores the substance, form, and function of planning commission decision making.

Looking Around:
Smart Growth Trends
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--- What do suburban town centers, green space as a residential amenity, open space systems, downtown housing, and cooperation between developers and environmentalists have in common? According to PCJ columnist Edward McMahon, each represents a hopeful sign on the planning horizon as we near the twenty-first century.

News, Notes & Quotes

--- Brief updates from Dean Pierce on: the 1998 election results; growth control efforts, east and west; limits on adult-oriented businesses; and local "anti-monotony" ordinances.

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