AARP has created a tool kit that states can use to establish building standards that guarantee accessible, inclusive construction and rehabilitation of single-family homes. “Nowhere has the disconnect between market norms, changing demographics and social expectations been more glaring than in the design and construction of private residential housing,” the organization said. “Advocacy on behalf […]
EPA offers a new guide to using green infrastructure in parks
A new EPA publications offers guidelines for planning, funding and building green infrastructure in public parks.
Stephen Cassin and Megan Masson-Minock join our staff
Stephen Cassin, AICP, who spent 12 years as the executive director of the Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic Development, and Megan Masson-Minock, AICP, one of the state’s leaders in food systems planning, have joined the Carlisle/Wortman staff. Cassin has more than 42 years’ experience in land use planning, zoning, community and economic development, […]
People of all ages want local sustainability
More than 83% of Americans 18 years or older feel it is important for local governments to prioritize environmental initiatives.
Cities’ flood mitigation innovations outpace feds
Is your community at risk of flooding? A drop of prevention is worth a deluge of cure.
Spring training: Staff conduct seminars for MML and Ohio APA
Carlisle/Wortman Associates’ planners routinely train officials around Michigan, both for the Michigan Municipal League (MML) and for specific communities.
APA sets principles for federal infrastructure investments
The American Planning Association offers principles for improving U.S. infrastructure. Michigan needs an extra $4 billion a year in infrastructure spending
Planners and public safety officials unite to fight Phragmites
The tool kit for fighting Phragmites includes state laws, building codes, zoning ordinances, noxious weed ordinances and stormwater management rules.
Leaders’ shared vision inspires Center Line development plan
Where there’s a will there’s a way, for Center Line, an inner ring suburb with a vision for its downtown.
Township adds solar energy zoning
Augusta Township in southeast Michigan has established zoning standards for solar energy installations.