LandWatch closely follows growth and development issues that affect Monterey County. By getting involved in policy and project decisions at an early point, local residents can often make a tremendous difference.
TAMC Development Standards Should Be "Required"
The TAMC staff has recommended the adoption of some "Development Principles" that would improve local planning. They're suggesting that these principles be "recommendations." LandWatch urges TAMC to make them "required."
New Book on Town Planning
Architect Gene Zellmer is thinking "out of the box." In his new book, A Town Primarily for People, Zellmer is advocating a radical new concept in urban design, which would deemphasize the automobile, and make both urban and rural amenities directly available to town residents. Find out more at his website, where you can also order this stimulating new book. (posted 01.27.04)
"Traditional Neighborhood Design" Means Better Planning
Bigger is not always better for our communities. But if our communities do make the decision to get bigger, we need to make sure that they get better at the same time. Good planning can make the difference! (posted 10/10/02)
Gilroy Ready to Send Growth South
The City of Gilroy is contemplating actions that will result in new growth pressures on Monterey County. Learn more about the issue at an upcoming meeting in Gilroy. (posted 08/08/01)
