Recommendation RG.33
Recommendation Status: New
Develop an environmental overlay for the zoning code to determine high-quality ecological resources and habitats to preserve.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Overlay should ensure that all members of the community are served by improved green infrastructure and the resultant ecological services provided.
By using an environmental overlay communities can protect vital ecosystem services, maintain biodiversity, and ensure long-term environmental health and resilience.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Responsible Growth
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Planning
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation
DNR
MDC
Missouri Coalition for the Environment
The Open Space Council For The St Louis Region
Community Organizations, Sierra Club
St. Louis Audubon Society
The Nature Conservancy in Missouri
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
Tracking Implementation
Hire consultant to complete county planning staff oversight.
Tracking Success
LEED CC Integrative Process
LEED ND Smart Location & Linkage
SITES Site Context
If overperforming, what should we do?
No action needed.
If underperforming, what should we do?