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The Ethics of Disruptive Transportation Technologies

The Ethics of Disruptive Transportation Technologies

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

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

Regulatory Implications of Tiny Homes

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

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
Introduction to Real Estate Equity Crowdfunding

Introduction to Real Estate Equity Crowdfunding

Learn the rules that govern and allow for real estate crowdfunding and how real estate crowdfunding can be deployed in your community for possible development.

53 Mins
AICP CM
Legal Issues in Sign Codes

Legal Issues in Sign Codes

This course provides basic knowledge of the legal issues involved in sign codes, focusing on constitutionally-compliant sign codes in the aftermath of U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in Reed v Town of Gilbert. 

59 Mins
AICP CM
Regulating Electronic Message Centers

Regulating Electronic Message Centers

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
Form-Based Codes 101: Citywide and Countywide Code Updates

Form-Based Codes 101: Citywide and Countywide Code Updates

The final course in the "Form-Based Codes 101" series explores citywide form-based coding—the assessment of an entire city to determine where form-based code application should occur. 

59 Mins
AICP CM
Form-Based Codes 101: Legal Aspects

Form-Based Codes 101: Legal Aspects

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this course we will define form-based codes, explain why they were invented, and distinguish them 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

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
Regulating Sex Businesses, Part 2: Practical Tips

Regulating Sex Businesses, Part 2: Practical Tips

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

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
Planning and the Law: Procedural Due Process

Planning and the Law: Procedural Due Process

The United States Constitution protects rights to "due process." In a land use law context, due process is why local governments must treat legislative and quasi-judicial decision making differently. At the end of this course, students will be able to differentiate between legislative and quasi-judicial decisions and to understand the due process implications of the distinction.

69 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Planning and the Law: The Takings Clause

Planning and the Law: The Takings Clause

This course will help students understand and explore three legal concepts borne of the United States Constitution's Takings Clause: eminent domain, regulatory takings, and exactions. By the end of the course, students will be able to identify whether a particular government action is at risk of violating the Takings Clause.

69 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A
Healthy Urban Food Systems: Planning Production Facilities

Healthy Urban Food Systems: Planning Production Facilities

This course examines the role for planning in addressing various forms of urban agriculture as well as many examples from around the country of the statutes, policy, and practices implementing interventions in food production at urban scales.

43 Mins
AICP CM
CNU-A

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