The American Planning Association (APA) is a professional organization that provides leadership in the development of vital communities through advocacy, education and the provision of resources for planners and engaged stakeholders.
Density zoning refers to laws that regulate the number of structures or occupants permitted per unit of land area, aiming to control land use intensity, promote sustainable development, and manage population density.
An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is a comprehensive analysis assessing the potential effects of proposed development or action on the surrounding natural and artificial environment. The requirement for an EIS was established to ensure environmentally informed decision-making in federally funded or permitted projects per the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA).
Green building refers to the practice of creating structures and employing processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life cycle—from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation, and deconstruction. This practice expands and complements the classical building design concerns of economy, utility, durability, and comfort.
In-Fill Development refers to the process of developing vacant or underutilized land within existing urban areas that are already largely developed. This type of development is a strategy to manage urban growth without extending urban boundaries.
Sustainable development refers to a philosophy that views construction within the constraints of long-term environmental health, emphasizing building to meet human needs without compromising the ability of the natural environment to support such development.
Transferable Development Rights (TDR) are a zoning tool that allows property owners to transfer the right to develop one parcel of land to another parcel, facilitating controlled urban development and the preservation of resources.
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) is a global research and education organization that aims to provide leadership in responsible land use and the creation of sustainable communities.
