Recommendation RG.23
Recommendation Status: New
Develop regulations and design guidelines for development in areas adjacent to significant ecological habitats and other natural features in order to preserve and enhance the provided ecological services and community benefits.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Responsible
Growth
Complete
Communities
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Ensures all members of the community are served by improved green infrastructure and the resultant ecological services provided.
Sustainability Considerations
By regulating adjacent development unique ecological areas, communities can be protected and vital ecosystem services and biodiversity maintained to ensure long-term environmental health and resilience.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
Corp of Engineers
DNR
MDC
Environmental Groups
Homeowners Associations
Community Organizations
Cost
Medium
($1-10mil)
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
St. Louis County Department of Planning
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation
Timeline
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Local Municipalities funding
GRG
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
SITES Pre-Design Assessment + Planning
LEED CC Natural Systems + Ecology; SITES Site Context
LEED ND Smart Location & Linkage
If overperforming, what should we do?
Hire consultant to complete guidelines with Stakeholder Task Force oversight.
If underperforming, what should we do?
Publish and educate stakeholders and residents.