New Urbanism's Smart Code [Dispatches] (original) (raw)

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The paper discusses the evolution and application of the Smart Code, developed by New Urbanism proponents Andrés Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, which aims to facilitate community-oriented urban development through form-based planning. It highlights how the Smart Code replaces traditional zoning laws with a more transparent framework that addresses physical urban form and community desires. A case study of Petaluma, California, illustrates the successful implementation of the Smart Code, demonstrating its effectiveness in reconciling the interests of developers and environmentalists.