By Duncan M. Greene on Posted in Development,Environmental,Land UseDespite the current economic climate, land conservation is on the upswing throughout the country as permanent parks, farms, and nature areas are being established in lieu of development. The Land Trust Alliance, a national organization representing more than 1,700 nonprofit land trusts across the country, just released its 2010 National Land Trust Census. According to the Census, state, … Continue Reading
By Jay P. Derr on Posted in Development,Growth Management Act,Land Use,Municipal,Real EstateDevelopment and conservation need not always be at odds. The Pierce County Council recently approved Orton Junction, “a new model of development that contributes to the economic strength and livability of our cities and breaks the old habit of sprawling across the countryside.” This agreement represents a model solution that provides for services and jobs … Continue Reading
