Recommendation LR.23
Recommendation Status: New
Develop a program to incentivize net-zero and transit-based developments, conservation of natural resources, expansion of native habitat, green infrastructure, and the reforestation of the County.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Responsible
Growth
Leading the Region
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Has the potential to promote equitable access to resources and opportunities for communities, fostering a more inclusive society.
Sustainability Considerations
By incentivizing sustainable practices, the program promotes long-term economic stability and reduced environmental impact.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County
Supporting Partner(s)
Cost
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
Timeline
Municipalities
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
CMAQ
HUD Opportunity Zones
Choice Neighborhoods (HOPE VI)
Healthy Neighborhoods Equity Fund
USDOT
MO DOT
DOE The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Programs
MO DNR Energy programs
EWGCOG funding
STL Partnership funding programs
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Local Municipalities funding
GRG
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
LEED CC Innovation
If overperforming, what should we do?
Market program to developers and others.
If underperforming, what should we do?
No action needed.