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New rural water quality protection guidebook prepared by Michigan State University
Published on April 13, 2013
New guidebook is a “must have” that details best management practices that lower the impact of land use activities on water bodies and provides sample language for community master plans and zoning ordinances. -
Ten traits of a successful county planning commission
Published on May 16, 2012
As planning commissions form to make changes in their counties, consider adopting these characteristics for greater success. -
Does conservation pay?
Published on August 4, 2014
While educating developers concerning environmental impacts is important, greater profits will induce developers more than appeals to their environmental ethic or their conscience. -
Passenger rail service in northern Michigan being studied: Part two
Published on December 21, 2016
County commissioners in the tip of the mitt learn about a study of the feasibility of passenger rail in northern Michigan. -
The charrette is the ticket for those problematic development sites
Published on January 3, 2013
For tricky, undeveloped sites, the charrette can likely produce the best results with broad community support, a feasible project plan and a shortened timeline to project implementation. -
New program can assist in community development done right
Published on December 18, 2012
Redevelopment Ready Communities program offered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation has program to implement best practices to help ensure successful development and redevelopment in communities. -
Placemaking is a rural responsibility too
Published on September 16, 2015
Placemaking is not just for urban and built environments. It has an important rural component also. Here is one quick and easy way for rural governments to do their part with placemaking. -
Good urban form promotes walkability and physical health – Part 2
Published on September 24, 2012
The physical layout and design of a city directly determines how accessible, welcoming, convenient, and safe the city is for walking, all of which are important for enabling and encouraging more physical activity among residents. -
Boyne City uses design charrette to help reimagine a public facility
Published on January 24, 2014
Design charrettes are an excellent way to engage community members in a design challenge, even one involving a single community structure. -
Municipal Budget Part 4: Your role in the municipal budget process
Published on April 26, 2019
Allow your voice to be heard in the municipal budget process for your community. -
Placemaking: People make “great places”
Published on November 13, 2012
The concept of placemaking is the newest evolution in planning and it involves creating attractive, interesting and viable places that draw people. However, planners must never forget the key ingredient in a creating a “place” is people. -
What’s behind climate change?
Published on February 8, 2013
The earth has warmed an average of 1.3 degrees Fahrenheit over the past 100 years. Understanding the forces behind climate change can guide future decisions. -
2018 Citizen Planner Advanced Academy
Published on May 7, 2018
Planning for the good, the bad and the ugly of land use. -
What materials should I consult to develop a Master Plan for our municipality?
Published on August 20, 2013
MSU Extension often receives the question “what materials should I consult to develop a Master Plan for our municipality?” The answer provides a long list of resources for local government officials. This article reviews some of those materials. -
Existing livestock farms in ‘primary residential’ areas can continue
Published on July 18, 2014
Recent changes to the Site Selection GAAMP do not likely affect existing livestock facilities in primarily residential areas. Considered nonconforming land uses, such livestock facilities are probably allowed to continue under zoning. -
Providing vital continuing education to local elected officials on land use issues
Published on October 1, 2017
Michigan State University Extension developed a comprehensive training for local elected officials through continuing education opportunities. -
An argument for alleys
Published on August 5, 2014
Alleys can lead to a better integration of automobile and foot traffic in a neighborhood which creates improved access and walkability. -
Anatomy of a sidewalk
Published on January 9, 2014
Getting the details right makes for more pedestrians. -
Northern Michigan town to prove they are ready to grow
Published on June 19, 2013
Boyne City wins competitive spot in Redevelopment Ready Communities certification program. -
Protecting the Detroit River: New shoreline design manual discusses shoreline protection options
Published on December 5, 2014
Traditional and alternative shoreline design options explored in new manual released by ERCA.