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Creating places that enrich, uplift, and inspire the human spirit. Examples may include public art installations, community gardens, and ample public spaces.

Use of environmentally friendly technologies and building techniques to reduce resource consumption. Examples include green roofs, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting systems.

Designs that enable pedestrians to reach daily destinations easily, such as homes, offices, schools, and parks within walking distance. Examples include gridded street networks and continuous sidewalks.

The revitalization and re-use of urban centers to avoid sprawl and preserve the character of cities. Examples include adaptive re-use of historic buildings and brownfield development.

Higher density of residences and businesses to encourage a compact build form and preserve open space. Example includes urban in-fill projects that maximize space within existing city fabric.

Design of neighborhoods to foster social interaction and civic participation. Examples include community centers, public plazas, and neighborhood events.

An interconnected street grid network that disperses traffic and eases walking. An example is the traditional cross-street design seen in older towns.

Development that is based on historical models and local architectural traditions with a discernible center and edge. An example would be a town square surrounded by buildings.

Zoning that allows for a mix of shops, offices, apartments, and homes co-located for diverse use. An example could be ground floor retail with apartments above.

Promotion of transportation alternatives like biking, walking, and public transit. Examples include bike lanes, pedestrian paths, and reliable public transportation networks.

Government policies that support new urbanist principles such as zoning laws, building codes, and tax incentives for sustainable development. Examples include revisions of outdated zoning codes to allow mixed-use developments.

A range of housing types to serve all levels of income and ages, such as apartments, row houses, and detached single homes. Examples include planned developments with diverse housing options.