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.
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Availability:
- Find a library where document is available. Order URL: http://worldcat.org/oclc/1762461
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Authors:
- McElroy, Joe
- Publication Date: 2007-7
Language
- English
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Features: Illustrations; Photos;
- Pagination: pp 20-25
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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