CAMIROS

Sustainability is finding its way into zoning. For example, Camiros is currently working with Cleveland Heights, Ohio to incorporate sustainable development practices into their zoning ordinance. A key activity is a sustainability audit to determine appropriate changes, which reviews current development regulations against principles of sustainability.

Sustainable zoning seeks to minimize paved area; one approach might be shared driveways. Resulting recommendations may include modifications to allowable accessory structures, introduction of environmental principal uses, and adjustments to densities and development standards.

See Greening Your Zoning Ordinance by Arista Strungys, principal Camiros consultant, given at the Upper Midwest APA Conference: PlannersConference.com