Our components of "responsible development" include:
- Make development decisions open, predictable, and fair, with reliance on zoning for the protection of property rights.
- Encourage community involvement in development discussions.
- Direct new development to areas with appropriate infrastructure.
- Protect the health and safety of the community.
- Preserve open space and areas of natural beauty.
- Create strong and walkable neighborhoods.
- Preserve the distinctive and historic character of the community.
- Provide safe and convenient transportation choices.
- Balance economic development, environmental protection, and the quality of life.
- Meet the needs of the present while looking ahead to the needs of future generations.