Economic viability
Ensuring that the community has a strong and diverse economy that supports local businesses, creates jobs, and provides economic opportunities
Social equity
Promoting fairness, justice, and inclusiveness for all members of the community, regardless of race, gender, income, or other social characteristics.
Environmental protection
Implementing practices that minimize negative impacts on the natural environment, conserve natural resources, and promote ecosystem health.
Energy and resource efficiency
Reducing the use of energy and other resources through conservation, energy-efficient technologies, and renewable energy sources.
Access to transportation
Providing transportation options that are safe, efficient, and accessible for all members of the community, including public transportation, biking, and walking.
Access to healthcare
Ensuring that residents have access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food.
Housing
Providing affordable, safe, and accessible housing options for all members of the community.
Education
Promoting access to high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities.
Food security
Ensuring that residents have access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food.
Public safety
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Community engagement
Providing a safe and secure environment for residents through community policing, emergency response, and disaster preparedness.
Cultural heritage
Preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the community, including arts, music, and other cultural expressions
Climate resilience
Planning and designing communities to be resilient in the face of changing climate conditions and extreme weather events.
Green spaces
Providing access to green spaces, parks, and open spaces for residents to enjoy and connect with nature.
Land use and urban design
Planning and designing communities that are compact, walkable, and feature a mix of uses and transportation options.
Natural resource management
Managing and conserving natural resources, including water, forests, wildlife, and other natural areas.
Sustainable community development considers a wide range of social, economic, and environmental factors to create communities that are resilient, equitable, and thriving. These contexts are interrelated and interdependent, and sustainable community development requires an integrated and holistic approach that considers all of these factors.