Form-Based Zoning Codes

Resources for Further Information

As the concept of form-based zoning codes has been discussed in recent meetings and in the press, this page has been created to provide a variety of resources for the public. Please contact Christopher Ryan at cryan@harvard.ma.us if you have questions or comments.

Reports and Articles

Form-Based Codes: A Step-by-Step Guide for Communities (CMAP) and For Aging in Place

Powerpoint Presentations from 2019 Southern New England American Planning Assn. (SNEAPA) Conference

  1. Introduction (C. Ryan)
  2. Benefits and Challenges of Form-Based Codes Versus Other Zoning Typologies (G. Proakis)
  3. The Process of Developing and Adopting a Form-Based Code System (M. Toohill)
  4. Challenges to Implementing a Form-Based Code System (A. Manoian)
  5. Unique Challenges for Smaller Towns and Practical Applications for the Form-Based Code (N. Pade)