Green is the New Granite

Although many new planned communities are described as sustainable, some may not truly embrace the sustainable philosophy. This article discusses what features make up a truly sustainable or green community, and describes some planned communities that are examples of how to incorporate sustainability successfully. It is suggested that a planned community project touted as sustainable should be in a location that makes sense, be committed to solar access, have energy-efficient homes, include low-impact design features such as porous paving, and either emphasize walkability or provide public transit.

• Availability:
  • Find a library where document is available. Order URL: http://worldcat.org/oclc/1762461
• Authors:
  • McElroy, Joe
• Publication Date: 2007-7

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Print
• Features: Illustrations; Photos;
• Pagination: pp 20-25
• Serial:
  • Planning
  • Volume: 73
  • Issue Number: 7
  • Publisher: American Planning Association
  • ISSN: 0001-2610
  • Serial URL: http://www.planning.org

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Case studies; Communities; Environmental protection; Master plans; Planning and design; Sustainable development
• Uncontrolled Terms: Planned communities
• Subject Areas: Energy; Environment; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation; I15: Environment; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01055235
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 16 2007 11:19PM