The SmartCode Solution to Sprawl

by Chad Emerson

The SmartCode Solution to Sprawl is a practical guide to the implementation of the comprehensive zoning tool designed by a diverse group of land planners, designers, attorneys, developers and concerned citizens, and led by lead author, Andrés Duany. It examines how the single, separated use structure of today's conventional zoning codes has necessitated the creation of the SmartCode in order to allow communities to legally utilize traditional town and neighborhood planning techniques. Then, it analyzes the SmartCode itself explaining how it works and how to customize it for local use. Finally, by looking at several case studies, it discusses strategies for administering the SmartCode after it has been adopted.

90 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2007