Library of Codes
FBCI gathers the best examples of form-based codes from communities across the United States and abroad. The codes represent a variety of community types and applications of form-based standards. Click on the Show Search Options button to search the library by phrase, location, Driehaus Award recipients, and the categories described below.
- Physical Context: size or type of government entity
- Organizing Principle: underlying organization for the code standards
- Implementation Method: how the code standards operate within the zoning ordinance
- Development Type: development types impacted by the code standards
- Special Features: unique code attributes or awards
Jefferson County SmartCode Floating Overlay District
This regulatory county-wide smart code directs and guides future growth in sectors of Jefferson County by setting standards and regulations for new and infill community-scale and building-scale plans. On community-scale plans the code…more
Code Documents
Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood & Conservation Plan
**Driehaus Award Recipient**
This code strikes the perfect balance between walkable urbanism and conservation of natural areas. It is well-organized, easy to follow, and includes impressive visuals that make the document clear and approachable. The process…more
Ventura Downtown Specific Plan
Ventura wanted to reduce barriers and develop incentives to encourage redevelopment in the downtown area. The Specific Plan offers clear rules, certainty of process, and high-quality design that encourages walkable urbanism. In California,…more
