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New hydraulic fracturing reports are excellent resources for local officials
Published on September 25, 2013
Local elected and appointed officials sometimes struggle to decide how to address resident concerns about hydraulic fracturing. A new set of reports help officials learn about the issues before they act. -
Building typology for housing: what is missing in Michigan
Published on September 24, 2013
Understand the different housing typologies that are currently in demand by those entering the market. -
Reviewing the origins of property rights tension in American society
Published on September 24, 2013
The struggle between private property rights and the good of the community is nothing new; it is older than our nation. -
The “Triple Bottom Line” in Michigan’s coastal communities - Element 3: Housing opportunities
Published on September 23, 2013
Providing many different housing options in Great Lakes coastal and waterfront communities improves quality of life for coastal residents and provide numerous economic and environmental benefits in Great Lakes coastal communities. -
Do not lose sight of your community vision
Published on September 20, 2013
A community’s vision is captured in its master plan, and good plans involve a deal of community input and analysis of data. However, the plans only have value if they are used in an active, ongoing manner. -
Be strategic about planning commission training
Published on September 20, 2013
Limited budgets have restricted many communities’ ability to fund professional development for many of their boards and commissions. However, an informed and trained commission is critical to the success of an effective planning commission. -
Suttons Bay Charrette kickstarts rural form-based code
Published on September 18, 2013
The Suttons Bay Charrette provides a strong starting point for a rural form based zoning ordinance. MSU Extension conducting applied research on the applicability of form based zoning in rural areas. -
Suttons Bay Charrette focuses on undeveloped subdivisions
Published on September 18, 2013
Many subdivisions and site-condo remain with empty lots in Suttons Bay Township – the same as in many parts of Michigan. This reflects a change in tastes for the type of housing and neighborhoods many now want. -
Achieving the “Triple Bottom Line” in Michigan coastal communities - Introduction
Published on September 10, 2013
Great Lakes coastal communities in Michigan face unique challenges that require understanding how the economy, environment, and the cultural and civic aspects of society are connected to one another. -
Michigan Main Street seeks applicants for 2014
Published on September 10, 2013
The Main Street Four-Point Approach® helps traditional downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts leverage assets, adapt to a changing economy, celebrate public space, and organize for success.