Vermont’s forests, farms, wildlife, and waters are at the core of what so many of…
Category: Act 250
Your Act 181 Questions, Answered
Vermont faces a housing shortage, rising costs for roads and services, and growing threats to…
Unpacking S.325 | An act relating to regional planning and Act 250 Tier jurisdiction
For an update on where S.325 and Act 181 stands, see our post here. Right…
How Vermont has Taken Steps to Support Housing
In this infographic, we outline recent steps Vermont has taken to support housing. As advocates…
The Road Rule, Explained
As part of our Resilient Communities campaign, we want to take some time to discuss…
David Mears on how proper land management planning can boost Vermont’s climate resilience
When we think about what resilient communities look like in 2025, much of what we…
Aquatic Ecologist Kate Buckman on balancing the needs of humans and nature in our waterways
For the entirety of her career path, Kate Buckman has been committed to studying the…
Resilient Communities: A Conversation with Mike Snyder
For years, Mike Snyder has been working to try to create viable land management solutions…
Evernorth’s Kathy Beyer on how Act 181 can blend Vermont’s housing and conservation needs
A statewide effort under the new guidelines of Act 181 has kicked off that has…
Commentary: Decisions Vermonters make today will shape our communities for generations
From my home in Waterbury Center, Vermont, just a few steps across the street takes…
Vermont’s signature land-use law embarks on a major overhaul
by Cory Dawson Experts lay out what’s in store, and at stake, after Act 250’s…
Announcing Three New Small Grants for Smart Growth Awards!
Montpelier, VT—The Vermont Natural Resources Council is pleased to announce the latest grant recipients for…