Green Roofing
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2020
Level
City or Town
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Democracy & Governance, Environment & Natural Resources, Public Spaces
Cities can use their zoning codes to mandate sustainable development practices like green roofing, which promotes heat absorption, increases stormwater filtration, and provides recreational opportunities. This policy brief outlines how municipalities have leveraged incentives like expedited permitting, density bonuses, tax credits, and increased floor to area ratio to increase the incorporation of green roofs in new developments. It also includes examples of successful green roof development policies and their benefits.