Services
Ben provides current planning support to local agencies, with a focus on putting adopted plans and regulations to work.
His background in zoning codes, development standards, and implementation helps connect long-range goals with the rules used in day-to-day planning.
Related work has addressed questions about existing buildings, infill development, visual impacts, and permit requirements. Contact Ben to discuss the scope of support your agency needs.
Related experience · Eureka
The Eureka Zoning Code update included more flexible provisions for existing buildings and nonconforming uses, supporting historic preservation and infill while making the development rules clearer.
Related experience · Moraga
Moraga’s hillside and ridgeline update resolved ambiguities and conflicts in the regulations, giving residents, applicants, staff, and decision-makers a more consistent basis for understanding the rules.