Idaho Smart Growth has developed this guide as a resource for citizens who are interested in helping shape the future of their community and for people who are concerned about a specific land use or transportation proposal. Click here to download the guide.
To understand the needs of local communities, build a plan to meet those needs, and provide transportation and housing choices for Idaho families, Idaho Smart Growth conducted a comprehensive analysis of Idaho laws, policies, rules, and permitting provisions at the state, county, and local levels. Idaho Land Use Analysis- compiled Read more…
The Urban Land Institute and Idaho Smart Growth conducted this study to examine 12 infill projects to determine if the feared consequences voiced by neighborhoods during the approval process could be substantiated. Download Infill Report PDF Download Infill Report Presentation PDF
This study, completed jointly with the Urban Land Institute, recommends ten priorities to ensure that new construction in existing neighborhoods wins the support of neighbors and contributes to a healthier, more functional community. Download Quality Infill Report Download Quality Infill Presentation
March 2011-Safe Routes to Schools Health Impact Assessments and Other Planning Tools Quick Facts About Shared Mode Projects Complete Streets-Transportation Funding Building Healthy Communities Through Policies, Systems, and Environmental Changes ITD Toolbox for Bicyclists and Pedestrian Counts FAST Act Overview 2016 (Elaine Clegg, 4/6/16) FAST Act: What it means for the Read more…