Abstract
"Lands of Unique Value"--A GIS-Based Land Planning Method Track: State and Local Government Author(s): Peter Miniutti, Matthew Bishop The Program of Landscape Architecture at The University of Connecticut has recently completed a planning study for the town of Mansfield, Connecticut. The study, "Lands of Unique Value," uses an Esri ArcGIS software-based methodology that analyzes existing land features both natural and cultural to determine the most logical future land-use patterns. The key to successful planning is to understand existing relationships between nature, development, and citizens. The proposed land-use patterns ensure conservation and preservation of natural resources, development that will not sprawl across the landscape and preservation of town "character." This project included a coordination committee of town, university and Regional Planning Agency representatives who created an inventory of natural, cultural and visual resources and provided recommendations for future land uses and regulatory revisions. The Lands of Unique Value vision will be incorporated into the town's Plan of Conservation and Development as well as the region's Growth and Preservation Plan. Peter Miniutti University of Connecticut Plant Science 1376 Storrs Road Storrs , CT 06269 US Phone: 860-486-3435 E-mail: peter.miniutti@uconn.edu Matthew Bishop University of Connecticut Plant Science 1376 Storrs Heights Road Storrs 06269 US Phone: 860-486-3435 E-mail: matthewarnoldbishop@hotmail.com |
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