Lancaster won one of our National Awards for Smart Growth Achievement in 2012. The city invested in street design, public facilities, affordable homes, and local businesses to revive the community. Read more.
Denver’s Mariposa District redevelopment project won one of our National Awards for Smart Growth Achievement in 2012. City planners and residents turned the area into a vibrant, mixed-use community. Read more.
The “Destination Portsmouth” plan won a 2012 National Award for Smart Growth Achievement. City residents worked together to create new zoning laws and foster economic growth in downtown Portsmouth. Read more.
Portsmouth, VA's plan to replace old regulations to get the type of development residents want & make streets pedestrian & bicycle friendly won our Programs & Policies Smart Growth Achievement Award. Read more.
Portsmouth, VA created a plan to make the city more walkable, sustainable & convenient. A walking path along the Elizabeth River brings residents & visitors downtown for exercise, picnics & concerts. Read more.
The Co-op in Brattleboro, VT, won our 2012 Main Street Smart Growth Achievement Award. The Co-op was redeveloped from a strip mall into a pleasant commercial space with offices and affordable housing. Read more.
Lancaster, CA's “BLVD Transformation” project won has had a positive impact on the economy of the region, generating more than 1,900 full-time jobs and nearly $300 million in economic activity. Read more.