Name: The DIY Form-Based Code: An Introduction
Author: Norman Wright

Course Info

5 video lessons (28 Mins)
Published
2014

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1.

A Call For New, Better Codes

1 min
2.

Overview of Form-Based Codes

6 mins
3.

The Standard Method of Writing Codes

7 mins
4.

More on Testing Our Code

2 mins
5.

Rules and Tools for the Job

10 mins

Course Description

Code drafting and design standards for contextual zoning policy often come in the form of a "form-based code." Citing standards and design guidelines from SmartCode and The Form-Based Code Guide, this first of several courses introduces the novel approach that Norm Wright has developed in drafting hybrid and context-based zoning. The method uses an iterative, testable model developed with low-cost tools that create amazing code scenarios for those who are able to "Do It Yourself." If you are a novice with little knowledge of form-based codes but with an interest in creating potentially award wining code, then this is the course for you.

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Land Use
Regulations
Site Planning
Urban Design
Zoning Codes

Meet Your Instructor

Norman Wright

Norman Wright is the Director of Neighborhood Services for Adams County, Colorado. In his career as a local government planner, he has written a city-wide form-based code and authored six plans for three local governments.

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