Browsing: Technical Papers
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Creating a Development Review BoardThis Technical Paper outlines the benefits and drawbacks of creating a Development Review Board (DRB), explains the process of converting from a Planning Commission (PC)/Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) model to a PC/DRB model, and illustrates how that conversion might affect other boards and officials. (July, 2007) |
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Creating a Low Impact Development (LID) Stormwater Management BylawTechnical Paper offering guidance for municipal officials who are interested in regulating stormwater runoff from residential and other smallscale development not covered under the State stormwater program. Includes model bylaw. (May 2008) |
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Creating an Effective Riparian Buffer OrdinanceTechnical Paper offering guidance for municipal officials who are interested in adopting regulations that protect and conserve riparian buffers. Includes model ordinance. (April, 2007) |
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Making It Stick: The Art of Writing Effective Zoning DecisionsThis first Technical Paper from the Municipal Assistance Center covers the basic legal requirements for a written zoning decision, reviews findings of fact, and provides suggestions that volunteer boards can use to strengthen their own written zoning decisions. (March, 2007) |
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On the Record ReviewThe fourth in the VLCT Municipal Assistance Center's series of Technical Papers, On the Record Review covers the benefits and consequences of adopting on the record review for land use appeals, the process of adoption including the implications of the Municipal Administrative Procedure Act, and the changes to the appeals process that occur with on the record review. (March, 2008) |
