The Green Audit phase of CodeGreen USA's mission is a review of project zoning and/or land development codes. Our
planners have developed a detailed review protocol which analyzes each code within a framework of Location, Design,
Green, Energy and Process factors. Each of these five factors includes multiple subject areas. Our systematic review
notes if each subject area is addressed, if positive intentions are expressed, identifies specific standards that advance
or hinder green/sustainable development and whether incentives are available.
Location - Under the location factor we review a myriad of subject areas including connectivity, infrastructure
requirements and redevelopment incentives.
density/FAR/impervious ratios, lot and unit size, setbacks and height limits, parking, street sections, bicycle
standards and other design issues.
Green - Often the impetus for a Green Audit is concern for the subject areas within this factor. Among them are
green space, open space, preserves/conservation areas, landscape requirements, green buildings, roofs and walls, shade, green
infrastructure and community gardens.
Energy - For many jurisdictions, this factor will be the most deficient. Renewables are often not addressed at all and inadvertently
precluded because of deficiencies in code definitions and land use descriptions.
public notice, outreach and meetings, expedited intake and review.
Our Green Audits are staged to provide for stakeholder input and adjustment to our standard review worksheets prior
to initiating our review. Debriefing and/or public meetings are held at Green Audit's conclusion to review our matrices
and working paper summarizing results, challenges, opportunities, common regulatory practices and recommendations.
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