Community Planning Tools & Resources

Planning Tools for Natural Resource Protection - Searchable list of ordinances and guidelines to incorporate Green Infrastructure and environmental protection provisions into community planning documents. The model language provided is intended to help communities build specific ordinances adapted to their needs, conditions, and context.

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Additional Documents and Resources

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	Clinton Green Corridor Project is focused on conservation and stewardship of the forrested banks and clean waters of the Clinton River.
	The 2004 Oakland County Potential Conservation/Natural Areas Report (494 kb) identifies and ranks Potential Conservation Areas in Oakland County.  Potential Conservation Areas are dominated by native vegetation and have potential for harboring high quality natural areas and unique natural features.
	Riparian Planning Guidelines Manual - This guide helps community leaders and stakeholders identify riparian resources and maximize those resources as community assets.
	Rouge Green Corridor Identity Demonstration Project - This project's goals include developing an identity for the Rouge River Corridor and preparing a habitat management plan for the natural resources located there.
	Water Trail Planning - This initiative is designed to assist local communities in maximizing their river corridors as community assets through the development and promotion of water trails.
	Green River Corridor Vision - Green River Corridor Project identifes the significant wildlife habitat; water quality protection; and scenic, recreation, historical or cultural value of river corridors in Oakland County. The Vision identifies the priority green river corridors.