Inspiring Examples of Quality Planning
Inspiration can come from quality architectural design, but sometimes you may need examples to advocate for local goals. The following links and documents to help you along the journey to collaborate for your community.
Why Design Review Matters
“…assure that new development projects contribute to the character of the community — and create great places of lasting value where people want to live work and shop.” — Municipal Design Review Network (MDRN) publication
Community Appearance Regulation
This publication highlights the history, issues, and best practices for architectural/conservation design review in the Chicago metropolitan area, based on my experience with the Chaddick Institute and Metropolitan Design Review Network.
Suburban Downtown Inspiration
I’ve worked with many town planning professionals over the past years, focusing on streetscape design and architectural improvements. That prompted my founding the Municipal Design Review Network (MDRN) through DePaul U. Many of the lessons learned and topics have now been captured in the MDRN summary publication “Creating Community,” recently made available online (free) through the Chaddick Institute.
Illinois Municipal League Journal “Review”
Many of the practical aspects of working with towns and developers are covered in this summary of Illinois examples. This publication included further information from professionals with the Chaddick Institute, Municipal Design Review Network and local planning officials.
A Regional Network for Municipal Design Review
This American Planning Association project is a good regional and national perspective about the Metropolitan Design Review Network as an example of municipal collaboration and model for countrwide consideration.