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Natural Resource Management

CARPDC offers Natural Resource Management strategies for communities, not only planning for development, but also for preserving and conserving natural areas and resources. Studies have shown that trees can increase development land values by up to 27%. Furthermore, studies show that shoppers are drawn to tree lined streets and parking areas landscaped with trees. Another study has shown that customers are willing to pay as much as 10% more for goods and services when businesses are located on tree lined streets and parking areas.

 

Trees add value to any development property!

 

See for yourself with the Tree Value Calculator

Working with nature to create the green infrastructure, instead of altering it, is not only environmentally beneficent but also economically efficient for communities.

Spend just ten minutes to hear how successful developers across the south are incorporating more trees into their master plans, and yielding bigger profits.

 

Many cities in the United States have joined the Tree City USA program sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation.

For information about the state of Alabama, click HERE

For the Tree City USA Standards click HERE.

For further information, use the Green Infrastructure Tool Box

Familiarize yourself with the Sample Tree Ordinance & Tree Policy

And contact Rachel’s Environmental Planner / Special Project Manager with CARPDC.

See Rachels Resume

Build Greener

Grow Dollars and Sense with Trees

1—Utilizing Trees for stormwater Control More Info!

2– Build and design downtowns and streetscapes utilizing structural soils for gorgeous trees and inviting outdoor venues sure to attract customers and visitors. More Info!