Smart Growth America

Whenever hurricanes strike, wildfires rage, floods drown, or extreme heat swelters, they leave behind damage and destruction. Extreme weather events like these sometimes result in displacement, with people unable or unwilling to remain in their homes as climate disasters wreak havoc more frequently. But where can these climate-displaced people go? The nation is already experiencing a housing crisis, and displacement from natural disasters caused by climate change further strains resources. Disadvantaged communities with the least resources—including those displaced by climate hazards—are hit hardest. To better accommodate these groups, communities must adjust their zoning and land use policies.Join the Center for Zoning solutions for a webinar on best practices in planning and regulating for increased climate resiliency and anticipating climate migration impacts. We'll be joined by Jeff Roberts from the City of Cambridge, and Bridge Rauch from the Clean Air Coalition of Western New York, who will share how they've advocated for and introduced climate resiliency measures into their local zoning codes. We will also preview our upcoming report about climate havens.