Topic: Local Commisions

The City of University Place, WA is seeking a qualified consultant to prepare a form-based code, meant to supersede portions of the present zoning ordinance and other local land development regulations that apply to the University Place Regional Growth Center(RGC). Additionally, the consultant would create street design standards for streets, sidewalks and associated facilities within […]

Smart Growth America (SGA) continually pursues new angles to broaden its ability to create strong communities. By adding the Form-Based Codes Institute (FBCI) to its growing arsenal of programs, SGA is now bringing more comprehensive assistance to communities by addressing the regulatory framework that often limits smart growth—the zoning code. Whether your community is attempting […]

Honoring achievement in the writing and implementation of form-based codes The Form-Based Codes Institute (FBCI) at Smart Growth America is pleased to announce the winners of the tenth annual award for achievement in the writing and implementation of form-based zoning codes: the Akanda SmartCode for the Akanda Commune in Gabon, Africa and the Beaufort Code, for the City […]

If you are going to CNU26 in Savannah, GA later this month, you will have several opportunities to hear some of the Form-Based Codes Institute’s top leaders share their knowledge and experiences with form-based codes. Below are brief descriptions of the sessions where you will be able to learn about the state of the art […]

The City of Covington is seeking qualified firms to create a development code which integrates form or character-based zoning and historic preservation regulations in the city. Submissions Deadline:  Wednesday, May 16, 2018 by 12:00 PM (Noon) Eastern Daylight Time. A submission received after this date and time will not be considered further in the process. Deliver […]