The Center for Zoning Solutions (CZS) Awards recognize outstanding achievements in zoning that can support the development of more housing at the right place, type, and price. This year’s award categories have expanded and include: Zoning Innovation, Zoning Advocacy and Form-Based Code.
Applications are due August 19 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
The awards will recognize excellence across three categories:
- Zoning Innovation
Recognizing novel approaches to zoning that have advanced smart growth and supported increased housing development in well-connected locations. This broad category may include new ordinances, overlays, code updates, or other creative approaches that led to meaningful results. This award is open to communities that have implemented these notable zoning changes. Practitioners may also submit an application with the support of local government partners.
- Zoning Advocacy
Recognizing individuals and organizations whose leadership has advanced solutions to address zoning barriers. This award is open to individuals, community-based organizations, and others who have successfully advocated for change.
- Form-based Codes
Recognizing exemplary form-based codes that advance the practice of form-based zoning for inclusive development, healthy and people-oriented communities, and predictable development outcomes. This award is open to communities with a form-based code that has been implemented. Practitioners may also submit an application with the support of local government partners.
More information and application details are available here.