01043960

Component

A group of local jurisdiction representatives from the Duluth, Minnesota area approached the Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Committee (MIC) with a request for assistance in finding potential funding sources for expansion of the Duluth water system into adjacent townships. In subsequent discussions with the MIC policy board, it became evident that water extensions need to be part of a larger plan that looks at growth issues throughout the area. Other utilities and infrastructure such as sewer, gas, and roads were discussed and how all of these elements are interrelated. There was a desire to look at how growth could be accommodated in an efficient manner ensuring taxpayer protection from the consequences of inefficient growth. The MIC proposed that this planning process begin with a growth impact study that would examine areas best suited for growth and how to provide utility services to area residents in the most efficient cost-effective manner. The study also examined how growth management policies can protect taxpayers and minimize unintended consequences of growth. The study began with an examination of local comprehensive plans (where available) to identify how area jurisdictions are planning for growth. Comprehensive plans were also examined to determine future intended land use. Other background research included examining how other similar sized communities accommodate growth. These case studies included utility service provision, annexation policies, regional growth management policies, and rate of growth information. An inventory of current infrastructure systems, land use, slope, environmental information and zoning was compiled and used in conjunction with existing geographic data to conduct a development suitability analysis. This analysis was designed to identify where residential, commercial and industrial development is most suited. A study committee of stakeholders provided expertise and direction for staff. The committee consisted of representatives from area cities, townships, the county and the sanitary district. The methodologies and research techniques used in this study can be adapted to any area seeking to examine growth impacts in their regions.

01043941

English

10p

2004

9th National Conference on Transportation Planning for Small and Medium-Sized Communities

CD-ROM

Maps (2) ; Tables (1)

Impact studies; Land use planning; Real estate development; Urban growth

Growth management

Duluth (Minnesota)

Highways; Planning and Forecasting; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning

TRIS, TRB

Mar 9 2007 1:29PM

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