Regulation is an essential tool in the protection of environmental and community values. Often, however, these rules may unintentionally create incentives that work against these values, such as large-lot residential or commercial strip zoning that promulgates “sprawl” development or road standards that mandate unnecessarily wide expanses of pavement. LIPMAN DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES is a leader in smart growth, urban planning, and sustainable environmental design.

Our philosophy highlights the potential synergy between economic development and environmental protection that comes from good design and proper location. Our experience in bringing development projects through the regulatory process helps us understand the kind of inherent problems, internal inconsistencies, and unintended incentives that may be impeding your regulatory goals. We can analyze your local regulations to identify areas where change may be needed. Moreover, our expertise in communication can facilitate public dialogue and input while generating the public support needed for local bylaw adoption.