Sustainable Sites*

• Selecting sites in urban or planned communities to take advantage of existing infrastructure, amenities and services, especially public transportation

• Optimizing site development densities to reduce suburban sprawl

• Designing and selecting systems to reduce stormwater runoff, light pollution and the urban heat island effect.

• Supporting alternative forms of transportation, including fuel efficient cars and auto share programs.

• Redeveloping or improving degraded or compromised lands in urban areas.