From Arlington, Va., to Ventura, Calif., cities across the nation are replacing conventional zoning regulations with a streamlined, “form-based” approach that, experts say, will help set the stage for ...

Cleveland first considered exploring form-based zoning in 2015 under then-mayor Frank Jackson. Progress on a developing the pilot project for the three neighborhoods started about six years ago but ...

The second draft of Frederick’s proposed form-based code is now available for review by residents. The proposed zoning change for the city’s East Street corridor ...

Transit-oriented design is closely related to form-based zoning in many municipalities. Gensler developed a multifamily concept for the San Diego Association of Governments, a regional planning agency ...

The city is looking to expand its experiment with form-based planning code, new laws that will greatly change Cleveland's look in years to come. Credit: Mark Oprea Cleveland’s push to update its ...

"Form-based" code, a different approach to land use regulations from the city of Frederick's current zoning, still needs significant work before it can be implemented, according to planning officials.

Arlington city leaders are considering a large area for its first attempt at form-based code, an alternative to traditional use-based zoning. Council members expressed mixed feelings, with some saying ...

City Council okayed legislation on Monday that will allow City Hall to hire a consultant to better steer its implementation of form-based planning code. Credit: Mark Oprea Cleveland will later this ...

Arlington is testing a new zoning program that could change how private development is constructed in the city’s downtown. The form-based zoning code being piloted in the area is designed to create ...

Arlington's new zoning plan, known as form-based code, is intended to transform and bring new life to the downtown area while connecting it to the entertainment district. Arlington City Council ...