The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the eighth annual National Award for Smart Growth Achievement. This competition is open to public-sector or private sector applicants that have used the principles of smart growth to create better places. Private-sector applicants are encouraged to submit applications for projects that demonstrate a significant public-private partnership.
This year, applications will be accepted in five categories:
- Built Projects
- Policies and Regulations
- Smart Growth and Green Building
- Smart Growth Streets
- Overall Excellence in Smart Growth
Interested parties are encouraged to submit applications for smart growth activities that have shown significant activity between April 23, 2004, and April 23, 2009. Successful applicants will have incorporated the principles of smart growth to create places that respect community culture and the environment, foster economic development, and enhance quality of life and public health.
Applications are due on April 23, 2009. Up to five winners will be recognized at a ceremony in Washington, DC in December 2009.
For more details, visit: EPA smartgrowth