Setback Reform

The students in Dr. Tammi Laninga’s course, Land Use Regulations, researched other jurisdictions’ handling of setbacks for private roads and drafted changes to a county code. (ENVS 397J, winter 2018) Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable Cities Partnership Contact Info University Faculty Contact Tammi Laninga Local Government / Community […]

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Solid Waste Outreach

Students in Seth Vidana’s course, Campus Sustainability Planning Studio, developed an outreach program and set of recommendations related to recycling in multi-family housing complexes, food waste reduction and/or reusing/recycling of nontraditional items like clothing. (ENVS 471, fall 2017) Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable Cities Partnership Contact Info University […]

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Outreach for Private Land Cleanup

Students in Seth Vidana’s course, Campus Sustainability Planning Studio, addressed the largest code enforcement issue in the county, collections of obsolete machinery, car parts, appliances, and more that accumulate in outdoor spaces. The students wrote a report that included approaches taken elsewhere, recommendations for Skagit County, and outreach materials for use. (ENVS 471, spring 2018) […]

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Rainwater Catchment Design Template

An intern worked with Dr. Robert Mitchell, a licensed hydrogeologist, to develop a rainwater catchment design template and guidance materials for homeowners. (fall, winter 2017/2018) Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable Cities Partnership Contact Info University Faculty Contact Robert Mitchell Local Government / Community Contact Stacie Pratschner Skagit County […]

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