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 help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Ensures all members of the community are served by improved green infrastructure and the resultant ecological services provided.
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.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Responsible Growth
Complete Communities
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Planning
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
Corp of Engineers
DNR
MDC
Environmental Groups
Homeowners Associations
Community Organizations
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Local Municipalities funding
GRG
Tracking Implementation
Hire consultant to complete guidelines with Stakeholder Task Force oversight.
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?
Publish and educate stakeholders and residents.
If underperforming, what should we do?