Smart Growth Guidelines for Sustainable Design and Development
The guidelines can serve as a checklist for local officials, state or regional policy makers, developers, and community members to ensure that programs, plans, and proposed developments incorporate elements at the location, site, and building levels to result in more sustainable, affordable housing.
Organization
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Publication Date
2009
Location
National or Global
Topic
Infrastructure
Sustainability
Activity
Bicycling
Birding/Wildlife viewing
Camping
Climbing
Equestrian
Fishing
Hiking/Running
Hunting
Motorized sports (boat, snowmobile, ATV, etc.)
Paddling
Winter sports (downhill, Nordic, tube, snowshoe, snowmobile)
Related Resources
2015 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Smart Growth Self-Assessment for Rural Communities
The Smart Growth Self-Assessment for Rural Communities is a compilation of strategies, organized by 11 common "goal areas," that villages, towns, and small cities can use to evaluate their existing policies to create healthy, environmentally resilient, and economically robust rural places.
2021 National Recreation and Parks Association
Workforce Development Workbook
Tailored for the parks and recreation field, this workbook includes guided activities for reflection to reinvigorate an existing workforce development program or create a new one.
2022 Wisconsin Office of Outdoor Recreation
Creating Welcoming, Enjoyable Trails for All
Discover ways and resources to promote positive trail experiences. Hear from the national coalition behind Trails are Common Ground whose goal is to create a respectful, inclusive, safe, and enjoyable environment every time anyone steps, rides or rolls onto the trail. Then hear from local groups who weave trail etiquette and safety into their education and programs
Explore the Trends Shaping Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Industry Association: 2025 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
Bureau of Economic Analysis: 2024 Economic Statistics for Wisconsin
Adventure Travel Trade Association: Travel Market Sizing and the New Adventure Traveler
KOA: 2025 Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report
American Sportfishing Association: Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing
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