"In 1996, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency joined with several non-profit and government organizations to form the Smart Growth Network (SGN). The Network was formed in response to increasing community concerns about the need for new ways to grow that boost the economy, protect the environment, and enhance community vitality."
1. Compact Building Design
2. Create Range of Housing Opportunities and Choices
3. Create Walkable Neighborhoods
4. Encourage Community and Stakeholder Collaboration
5. Foster Distinctive, Attractive Communities with a Strong Sense of Place
6. Make Development Decisions Predictable, Fair and Cost Effective
7. Mix Land Uses
8. Preserve Open Space, Farmland, Natural Beauty and Critical Environmental Areas
9. Provide a Variety of Transportation Choices
10. Strengthen and Direct Development Towards Existing Communities
2. Create Range of Housing Opportunities and Choices
3. Create Walkable Neighborhoods
4. Encourage Community and Stakeholder Collaboration
5. Foster Distinctive, Attractive Communities with a Strong Sense of Place
6. Make Development Decisions Predictable, Fair and Cost Effective
7. Mix Land Uses
8. Preserve Open Space, Farmland, Natural Beauty and Critical Environmental Areas
9. Provide a Variety of Transportation Choices
10. Strengthen and Direct Development Towards Existing Communities
