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Transportation Planning: Travel Behavior Regulations, Pricing, and Programs

Transportation Planning: Travel Behavior Regulations, Pricing, and Programs

Instructor: Richard Willson

This course reviews the efficacy of regulatory strategies (such as prohibitions and mandates), pricing strategies (such as peak period pricing), and education and information strategies (such as real-time ride-hailing apps).

65 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
SACPLAN CPD
Form-Based Codes: Using Building Types, Part 1

Form-Based Codes: Using Building Types, Part 1

Instructor: Tony Perez

Learn about building types in the context of form-based coding and how building types can be a direct way to achieve compatible and more predictable built results.

63 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
SACPLAN CPD
The Ethics of Disruptive Transportation Technologies

The Ethics of Disruptive Transportation Technologies

Instructor: Carol D. Barrett

This course discusses the process for making ethical decisions as part of planning for disruptive technologies.

83 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
SACPLAN CPD
Regulatory Implications of Tiny Homes

Regulatory Implications of Tiny Homes

Instructor: Malak Hakim

In this course we will define a tiny home and explore the history and appeal of this seemingly recent movement. The course touches on challenges associated with the legal development and regulation of this alternative residential option.

58 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Exploring the Regulation of Short-Term Rentals

Exploring the Regulation of Short-Term Rentals

Instructor: Malak Hakim

This course will provide an overview of recent short-term rental trends, the impact of short-term rentals on local and national housing markets, the potential effects of short-term rentals on neighborhoods and adjacent properties, and the zoning and licensing requirements, emerging as a means of regulating short-term rentals.

67 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Regulating Electronic Message Centers

Regulating Electronic Message Centers

Instructor: James Carpentier

This course provides practical, solution-focused guidance for regulations that leverage digital sign technology while protecting community aesthetic values and safety concerns. This course is available for free.

49 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
SACPLAN CPD
Free
Form-Based Codes 101: Legal Aspects

Form-Based Codes 101: Legal Aspects

Instructor: Daniel Parolek

This course explores the legal issues of creating and using a form-based code.

85 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Form-Based Codes 101: Preparing a Form-Based Code

Form-Based Codes 101: Preparing a Form-Based Code

Instructor: Lisa Wise

This course explores basic questions and decisions to consider when preparing a form-based code. It also covers the different approaches to regulating urban form and provides guidance for selecting an organizing principle for your form-based code. Finally, the course explains the visioning and creating of a plan, followed by drafting, testing, and assembling your code.

61 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Form-Based Codes 101: Downtowns

Form-Based Codes 101: Downtowns

Instructor: Mary Madden

Downtowns are the historic center of most American cities. In this course, we will review their role in establishing the past and future character of the city, walking through a series of form-based code case studies across a range of scales and contexts.

66 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
LA CES
Form-Based Codes 101: Corridors

Form-Based Codes 101: Corridors

Instructor: Geoffrey Ferrell

Corridors have historically been a key element of the urban fabric of every American town and city, yet they are also commonly problematic. This course looks at the roots of the problem for examples of how corridors can be designed and coded.

55 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
LA CES
Form-Based Codes 101: Neighborhoods

Form-Based Codes 101: Neighborhoods

Instructor: Geoffrey Ferrell

This course introduces the essential elements of neighborhoods.

68 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
LA CES
Form-Based Codes 101: Learning How To Look

Form-Based Codes 101: Learning How To Look

Instructor: Geoffrey Ferrell

This course will teach you the skills to appreciate and analyze the measures and functions of good urbanism.

71 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
LA CES
Form-Based Codes 101: Introduction

Form-Based Codes 101: Introduction

Instructor: Mary Madden

This course defines form-based codes, explains why they were invented, and distinguishes form-based codes from conventional "use-based" zoning ordinances—all with an emphasis on placemaking and walkability. We will provide an overview of the development of form-based codes, their mandatory and optional component parts, and the importance of making form-based codes context or place-specific.

74 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
LA CES
Defensible Sign Regulations

Defensible Sign Regulations

Instructor: Eric Damian Kelly

Communities regulate the characteristics of signs to achieve multiple goals, such as limiting driver distraction, maintaining the aesthetic character of the community, and implementing aspects of related plans. This course will show participants how to draft—and adopt—sign ordinances that accomplish those purposes while conforming with the First Amendment.

63 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
SACPLAN CPD
Regulating Sex Businesses, Part 2: Practical Tips

Regulating Sex Businesses, Part 2: Practical Tips

Instructor: Eric Damian Kelly

This course will provide practical tips for developing local zoning and licensing regulations for sexually oriented businesses. This course builds on material from Part 1 of this two-part series.

62 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Regulating Sex Businesses, Part 1: Principles and Foundations

Regulating Sex Businesses, Part 1: Principles and Foundations

Instructor: Eric Damian Kelly

This course shows how to lay the foundation for ordinances that mitigate the negative effects of sex businesses while conforming with constitutional requirements under the First Amendment.

61 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A

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