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Land Use Law

University of Georgia School of Law

2009

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New Ruralism, Emily M. Stratton Oct 2009

New Ruralism, Emily M. Stratton

Land Use Clinic

This paper explores how New Ruralism expounds upon the principles behind New Urbanism, showcases examples of local communities experimenting with the novel idea, and addresses the potential of the movement to be a nationwide occurrence.


Survey Of Local Government Green Building Incentive Programs For Private Development, Anne Marie Pippin Apr 2009

Survey Of Local Government Green Building Incentive Programs For Private Development, Anne Marie Pippin

Land Use Clinic

This paper focuses on private development incentives, and surveys the policies and ordinances that local governments around the country have utilized to provide incentives for private developers to build green, sustainable buildings. Georgia’s existing green building programs are then briefly discussed, and, in conclusion, suggestions are made for local programs moving forward.


Tdr Citizens Guidebook, Meghan Ryan, Wes Rochester, Laura Ingram Apr 2009

Tdr Citizens Guidebook, Meghan Ryan, Wes Rochester, Laura Ingram

Land Use Clinic

The purpose of this guidebook is to provide information about transferable development rights (TDR) for communities considering adoption of a TDR program. This book defines the basic elements of TDR and explains how these programs can be used to balance the competing goals of land preservation and development. It is designed to prepare communities to get involved with their local planning process and shape TDR programs to best fit their needs.