Smart Growth

SMART GROWTH.

In response to a growing population, decentralization of cities and suburban sprawl in America, the Smart Growth initiative seeks an answer to the problems that accompany this growth and movement of people. Smart growth has a wide range of definitions and interpretations of what is and how it should be implemented.

It is a collaboration of various special interest groups and the community.

Common characteristics of smart growth features include: *Development that is economically viable and preserves the environment. Planning that is comprehensive, integrated, and regional. Public, private and nonprofit sectors work together. Certainty and predictability in the development process. Infrastructure is maintained and enhanced to serve the community. Redevelopment of infill housing, brownfield sites and obsolete building. Recognizes the importance of urban centers. Compact suburban development integrated into commercial areas; new town centers near planned transportation facilities. Development on the urban fringe integrates mix land uses, preserves open space, is fiscally responsible, and provides transportation