Ask the Author: December 2012

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This Month: Powering Down Zoning Regulations

Over the past several years, sustainable planning and development principles have inspired a paradigm shift in zoning practice. As a result, an increasing number of planners and policymakers now acknowledge the link between energy consumption and development regulations. Many outdated zoning codes, in particular, are rife with provisions that lead to more energy consumption than necessary or prevent energy saving development techniques. The December issue explores ways to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy production through zoning and other development regulations.

Author Jeffrey S. Beiswenger, AICP, will be online during December to answer your questions about energy-efficient zoning.

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